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What is a phrasal verb?
What is a phrasal verb?
- A verb combined with an adjective
- A verb that consists of only one word
- A verb that is used in passive voice
- A phrase consisting of a verb and a preposition or an adverb, or both, which together function as a verb (correct)
What does the phrasal verb 'broke down' mean?
What does the phrasal verb 'broke down' mean?
- Stopped working (correct)
- Moved downward
- Broke into pieces
- Started functioning
What does the phrasal verb 'look forward to' mean?
What does the phrasal verb 'look forward to' mean?
- Anticipate with pleasure (correct)
- Look backward
- Look ahead
- Look up
Which of the following is not an example of a phrasal verb?
Which of the following is not an example of a phrasal verb?
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What does the phrasal verb 'look after' mean?
What does the phrasal verb 'look after' mean?
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Study Notes
Phrasal Verbs
- A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and a preposition, a verb and an adverb, or a verb with both, that functions as a single verb.
Phrasal Verb Meanings
- 'Broke down' means to stop functioning or to fail, often due to a mechanical or technical problem.
- 'Look forward to' means to anticipate or expect something with pleasure or enthusiasm.
- 'Look after' means to take care of someone or something, often in a protective or supervisory role.
Identifying Phrasal Verbs
- Not all verb-preposition combinations are phrasal verbs; it's essential to understand the context and meaning to identify a phrasal verb correctly.
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Test your understanding of phrasal verbs with this quiz focused on the verbs 'hold', 'break', and 'take'. Learn how the addition of prepositions or adverbs can completely change the meaning of these common verbs.
