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Phrasal Verbs MCQs

In the sentence “I usually wake up at six,” what does “wake up” mean?

  • A. Get dressed
  • B. Come downstairs
  • C. Calm down
  • D. Stop sleeping
Explanation:
“Wake up” means stop being asleep.

In the sentence “We used up all the printer paper,” what does “used up” mean?

  • A. Arranged neatly
  • B. Gave back
  • C. Consumed completely
  • D. Cut into pieces
Explanation:
“Use up” means finish the entire supply.

In the sentence “We’re trying out a new software tool,” what does “trying out” mean?

  • A. Giving away
  • B. Testing
  • C. Repairing
  • D. Comparing prices
Explanation:
“Try out” means test something to see how good it is.

In the sentence “You should try on the jacket first,” what does “try on” mean?

  • A. Test for fit
  • B. Reject politely
  • C. Wash before use
  • D. Pack in a bag
Explanation:
“Try on” means put on clothing to see if it fits.

In the sentence “Her missing cat turned up after two days,” what does “turned up” mean?

  • A. Became noisy
  • B. Changed direction
  • C. Was sold
  • D. Appeared unexpectedly
Explanation:
“Turn up” means appear unexpectedly.

In the sentence “Turn on the heater; it’s cold,” what does “turn on” mean?

  • A. Increase later
  • B. Forget about
  • C. Start the power
  • D. Check for faults
Explanation:
“Turn on” means start the energy flow.

In the sentence “Please turn off the lights,” what does “turn off” mean?

  • A. Rotate slightly
  • B. Stop the power
  • C. Sell immediately
  • D. Brighten
Explanation:
“Turn off” means stop electricity or energy flow.

In the sentence “She turned down the job offer,” what does “turned down” mean?

  • A. Refused
  • B. Lowered the volume of
  • C. Reviewed again
  • D. Signed quickly
Explanation:
“Turn down” here means refuse an offer.

In the sentence “Don’t throw away those documents,” what does “throw away” mean?

  • A. Mail abroad
  • B. Fold twice
  • C. Sell online
  • D. Discard
Explanation:
“Throw away” means get rid of something.

In the sentence “Let me think your offer over,” what does “think ... over” mean?

  • A. Reject immediately
  • B. Repeat aloud
  • C. Consider carefully
  • D. Hide from others
Explanation:
“Think over” means consider before deciding.