Understanding Phrasal Verbs Usage

This video tutorial introduces phrasal verbs, providing examples like 'pick up', 'put on', and 'call on'. It explains how to change the tense of these verbs and offers practice exercises. The video concludes with a fun fact about English newspapers and encourages viewers to visit the website for more resources.

What does the phrasal verb 'pick up' mean in the context of the video?

• To understand something

• To increase speed

• To choose something

• To lift something from a lower position

Which of the following is an example of 'put on'?

• I put on a smile.

• I put on my shoes.

• I put on weight.

• I put on a show.

What is the difference between 'call on' and 'call up'?

• 'Call on' is for phone calls, 'call up' is for visiting.

• 'Call on' is for visiting, 'call up' is for phone calls.

• Both mean the same.

• Neither is used for visiting.

What does 'try on' mean?

• To attempt something

• To try a new activity

• To test if clothing fits

• To experiment with new ideas

How do you change the tense of a phrasal verb?

• Change the first word

• Change both words

• Change the second word

• Add 'ed' to the end

What does 'run out' mean?

• To run outside

• To escape

• To exhaust a supply

• To leave quickly

Which sentence correctly uses 'pick up' in past tense?

• I pick up the book.

• I picked up the book.

• I pick the book up.

• I picking up the book.

What is the correct usage of 'call on'?

• I call on my friend to visit.

• I call on my friend to help.

• I call on my friend to chat.

• I call on my friend every day.

Which of the following is an example of 'call up'?

• I call up my parents to help.

• I call up my parents to talk on the phone.

• I call up my parents to visit.

• I call up my parents every weekend.

What does 'watch out' mean?

• To be cautious

• To observe

• To look for

• To ignore