Phrasal Verbs Quiz

Give Up

• To stop trying to do something, or to stop having a feeling or desire.
• Implies a cessation of effort or pursuit.
• Often involves a sense of defeat or resignation.
• Example: "I gave up on trying to fix the broken bike."

Put Off

• To delay doing something until a later time.
• Often implies intentional procrastination.
• May involve avoiding a task or responsibility.
• Example: "I'm putting off writing the report until tomorrow."

Take Up

• To begin doing something, especially a new activity or habit.
• Often implies a commitment to a new course of action.
• Can also mean to occupy or fill a space or area.
• Example: "He took up playing the guitar last year."

Throw Away

• To discard something, often carelessly or without consideration.
• Implies getting rid of items that are no longer wanted or needed.
• Often indicates a lack of value placed on the discarded object.
• Example: "She threw away the old newspaper."

Turn Down

• To refuse something that has been offered.
• May involve rejecting a request, offer, or opportunity.
• Often implies a negative response.
• Example: "He turned down the job offer."

Cut Down On

• To reduce the amount of something.
• Typically used to decrease the consumption or use of something.
• Often done to improve one's health or lifestyle.
• Example: "I'm trying to cut down on sugar."

Get Along With

• To have a friendly and harmonious relationship.
• Implies a positive and cooperative interaction with another person.
• Often involves respect and understanding.
• Example: "They get along with each other very well."

Put Up With

• To tolerate or endure something unpleasant or difficult.
• Often implies patience and acceptance of a less-than-ideal situation.
• Suggests a willingness to accept something despite its negative qualities.
• Example: "I can't put up with this noise anymore."