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Phrasal Verbs MCQs

In the sentence “This style of pottery comes from Central Asia,” what does “comes from” mean?

  • A. Is sold in
  • B. Originates in
  • C. Is copied from
  • D. Breaks in
Explanation:
“Come from” means originate in a place.

In the sentence “No witness came forward after the accident,” what does “came forward” mean?

  • A. Volunteered information
  • B. Stepped backward
  • C. Ran away
  • D. Changed sides
Explanation:
“Come forward” means offer help, evidence, or information.

In the sentence “I think I’m coming down with the flu,” what does “coming down with” mean?

  • A. Recovering from
  • B. Speaking about
  • C. Avoiding
  • D. Becoming ill with
Explanation:
“Come down with” means begin to get an illness.

In the sentence “The toy came apart after one day,” what does “came apart” mean?

  • A. Became expensive
  • B. Was repaired
  • C. Separated into pieces
  • D. Disappeared quietly
Explanation:
“Come apart” means separate or break into parts.

In the sentence “I came across an old diary while moving house,” what does “came across” mean?

  • A. Moved carefully over
  • B. Found by chance
  • C. Copied exactly
  • D. Gave away
Explanation:
“Come across” means find unexpectedly.

In the sentence “Please clean up the kitchen before guests arrive,” what does “clean up” mean?

  • A. Make tidy and clean
  • B. Close permanently
  • C. Wash clothes only
  • D. Decorate nicely
Explanation:
“Clean up” means tidy and clean a place.

In the sentence “If everyone chips in, we can buy a gift,” what does “chips in” mean?

  • A. Leaves early
  • B. Laughs together
  • C. Cleans the room
  • D. Contributes or helps
Explanation:
“Chip in” means contribute money, effort, or help.

In the sentence “She cheered up when she saw the test result,” what does “cheered up” mean?

  • A. Shouted loudly
  • B. Gave a speech
  • C. Became happier
  • D. Sat alone
Explanation:
“Cheer up” means become more cheerful.

In the sentence “You must check out before noon,” what does “check out” mean?

  • A. Inspect carefully
  • B. Leave the hotel
  • C. Sign the receipt
  • D. Call reception
Explanation:
“Check out” means leave a hotel formally.

In the sentence “We checked in at the hotel at 3 p.m.,” what does “checked in” mean?

  • A. Arrived and registered
  • B. Examined the building
  • C. Left the hotel
  • D. Ordered food
Explanation:
“Check in” means arrive and register at a hotel or airport.