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topic: English grammar practice (phrasal verbs) 1



Remember that a phrasal verb consists of a VERB + a PREPOSITION (or two). Choose which of the three prepositions goes with the verb in each sentence.
EXAMPLE: I'll take out (on, out, off) the trash.

1. Don't bring ________ (= don't mention) his father at all.
  up
  on
  out

2. I'll break ________ a piece and give it to you.
  off
  on
  out

3. What time does she normally get ________ (= awaken, get out of bed) in the morning?
  off
  on
  up

4. It's not polite to show ________! (= to boast)
  up
  off
  around

5. I'm sorry but I've decided to turn ________ your offer. (= to not accept it)
  off
  out
  down

6. Should I turn ________ (= increase) the heat?
  up
  off
  in

7. Hold ________! (= wait) I'm on the phone.
  on
  off
  out

8. Hurry ________ and get into your pajamas!
  off
  on
  up

9. I'll be able to look _______ Jimmy tomorrow.
  around
  about
  after

10. I'll come ________ at 8:00 PM. = I'll be there at 8:00 PM.
  over
  off
  on

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