Phrasal Verbs Test

1. Replace the underlined parts with phrasal verbs in the correct form. Write the phrasal verb
type in brackets.
Example:
Watching TV really helps me relax.
Watching TV really helps me switch off (type 1).

1. When his parents passed away, he was raised by his grandparents.

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2. The plans for the big end-of-year party failed to happen at the last minute.
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3. Mike´s just inherited a large fortune and is now a millionaire.
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4. The burglars entered the building illegally through the window.
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5. The manager fell ill and the meeting had to be cancelled.
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6. My car stopped working on my way to work.
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7. We have to accept the fact that we are not young anymore.
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8. Mark disappointed his father when he didn´t pass the test.
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9. The quality of the food at the restaurant didn´t meet my expectations.
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10. The police are investigating the murder of the famous painter.
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11. It is impossible to survive with 500 US dollars a month in a city like New York.
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12. Mary and Pete have a really good relationship. They are best friends.
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13. Do you think you could take care of the children while I go shopping?
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14. I´ve always admired my father´s strength of character and kindness.
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15. I haven´t recovered from this terrible flu yet. I still feel sick.
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16. She regarded him as inferior because he hadn´t been to college.
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17. He lied to everyone and wasn´t punished for it.
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2. Complete the sentences with a phrasal verb from the box in the correct form. Write the phrasal
verb type in brackets.

cut down cut off call back break down count on come across fill in

1. Please _____ _____ this form with your personal details if you want to open an account (type __)
2. The water supply was _____ _____ because they hadn´t paid the bill. (type __)
3. Peter _____ _____ and cried at the funeral. He was really sad. (type __)
4. I _____ _____ some old school photos the other day when cleaning the attic. (type __)
5. If you want to lose weight, you need to _____ _____ the amount of fast food you eat. (type __)
6. Mary isn´t here at the moment but I can ask her to _____ you _____ when I see her. (type __)
7. When I´m in trouble, I know I can always _____ _____ my friends to help me. (type __)