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What does it mean if someone says they are falling for another person?
What does it mean if someone says they are falling for another person?
- They are feeling depressed.
- They are experiencing a physical injury.
- They are losing interest in someone.
- They are developing romantic feelings. (correct)
What does 'fall for the oldest trick in the book' imply?
What does 'fall for the oldest trick in the book' imply?
- To fall into a physical trap.
- To be tricked or deceived. (correct)
- To be aware of common tricks.
- To succeed in an easy task.
Which phrase indicates an unexpected positive occurrence?
Which phrase indicates an unexpected positive occurrence?
- Fall into place
- Fall short
- Fall out
- Fall into someone's lap (correct)
What does it mean to fall into a coma?
What does it mean to fall into a coma?
What can be inferred when things fall into place?
What can be inferred when things fall into place?
What does it mean to fall off?
What does it mean to fall off?
Which definition does not apply to 'fall into'?
Which definition does not apply to 'fall into'?
Which of the following describes falling out?
Which of the following describes falling out?
What does the phrasal verb 'fall apart' generally mean?
What does the phrasal verb 'fall apart' generally mean?
When might someone use the phrasal verb 'fall behind'?
When might someone use the phrasal verb 'fall behind'?
What does the phrasal verb 'fall through' mean?
What does the phrasal verb 'fall through' mean?
In what context would someone use 'fall back on'?
In what context would someone use 'fall back on'?
Which of the following describes 'fall down' correctly?
Which of the following describes 'fall down' correctly?
What does 'fall off' mean when used in a business context?
What does 'fall off' mean when used in a business context?
Which of the following meanings does 'fall out' NOT convey?
Which of the following meanings does 'fall out' NOT convey?
How might 'fall down' be used in a sentence?
How might 'fall down' be used in a sentence?
If someone says their plans 'fell through', what does this mean?
If someone says their plans 'fell through', what does this mean?
What scenario might cause someone to 'fall back on' their savings?
What scenario might cause someone to 'fall back on' their savings?
Which of the following situations would be an appropriate use of 'fall off'?
Which of the following situations would be an appropriate use of 'fall off'?
What can be inferred about 'fall behind' in an educational setting?
What can be inferred about 'fall behind' in an educational setting?
What does the phrase 'fall off the wall' imply?
What does the phrase 'fall off the wall' imply?
Which scenario best illustrates 'fall apart'?
Which scenario best illustrates 'fall apart'?
Study Notes
Fall Apart
- Means something is breaking into many pieces or breaking down in general.
- Can be used for objects or situations.
- Example: “The table is falling apart, we need a new one.”
Fall Behind
- Means failing to do something fast enough or on time.
- Can be used for work, school, or maintaining a certain level.
- Example: “I’m falling behind on my work.”
Fall Through
- Means something is not going to happen as planned.
- Often refers to plans or hopes.
- Example: “My weekend plans fell through.”
Fall Back On
- Means using something as a safety net, especially financial support.
- Useful when other options have failed.
- Example: “I can always fall back on my savings if I need to.”
Fall Down
- Means falling to the ground.
- Can be used for people or things.
- Example: “I tripped and fell down."
Fall Over
- Means falling onto its side.
- Relates to something that was vertical and is now not.
- Example: “The painting fell over.”
Fall Off
- Has two meanings
- Something becoming detached or separated from something else.
- Rate or quality of something becoming slower or smaller.
- Example: “The leaves are falling off the trees. Sales are starting to fall off.”
Fall Out
- Has two meanings:
- Coming out of something by falling.
- Becoming loose and separate.
- Example: “Something fell out of the window. Her hair is falling out."
Fall For
- Has two meanings:
- Developing romantic feelings.
- Being tricked or fooled.
- Example: “I’m falling for him. I fell for the oldest trick in the book.”
Fall Into
- Has two meanings:
- Going into something.
- Suddenly having a condition.
- Example: "He fell into the pool. He fell into a coma.”
Fall Into Place
- Means things are happening in a satisfactory way without problems.
- Example: “Everything is starting to fall into place.”
Fall in Someone’s Lap
- Means something happens unexpectedly and without planning.
- Often refers to something positive or desirable.
- Example: “The job opportunity fell into my lap.”
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Description
This quiz explores various idiomatic expressions in English that use the word 'fall'. You will learn the meanings and usage of phrases such as 'fall apart', 'fall behind', and 'fall through'. Test your knowledge and see how well you understand these common idioms!
