Lesson 2A Vocabulary – Studying Phrasal Verbs
📚 Exercise Contents
📝 Phrasal Verbs Exercise
catch up on / come up with / drop out / hand in / get down to / go over / put off
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🔤 Matching Exercise
📝 Sentences
1. My history teacher says I need to pull my socks up or I won't pass the exam.
2. I think I'll be able to keep up with Maya. I'm as dedicated as she is.
3. I tend to pick up languages easily but I really have to work hard at Maths.
4. Two of my classmates put together a great presentation on the Amazon rainforest.
5. I really hope algebra comes up in the test tomorrow.
6. You're going to fall behind if you miss any more classes.
🔤 Definitions
a. research and write
b. appears
c. progress too slowly
d. work as quickly as
e. work harder
f. learn
Answers: 1 e 2 d 3 f 4 a 5 b 6 c
📚 Additional Information
💡 Tips for Learning Phrasal Verbs:
Phrasal verbs are combinations of verbs and particles (prepositions or adverbs) that create new meanings. Practice them in context and group them by theme for better memorization.
Regular practice and using them in sentences will help you master phrasal verbs more effectively.
⬆️ Back to Top💡 Common Phrasal Verb Patterns:
Many phrasal verbs follow specific patterns. Some are separable (you can put the object between the verb and particle), while others are inseparable.
Pay attention to whether phrasal verbs require objects and how they behave in different sentence structures.
⬆️ Back to Top🔗 Reliable Sources and References
🌐 Reliable Educational Sources:
https://www.cambridgeenglish.org - Phrasal Verb Exercises
https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org - Phrasal Verb Guide
https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com - Phrasal Verb Definitions
