- This test assesses your knowledge of Phrasal Verbs.
- Every question essentially contains a usage tip, so solve carefully.
- Note down the phrasal verbs you are not aware of.
- Solve the same test again to memorize the tips.
Phrasal Verbs: Act
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Question 1 |
Choose the correct usage
The anti-terrorist squat was acting on a tip provided by their secret informer and it managed to avoid a bomb blast in the city. | |
The anti-terrorist squat was acting through a tip provided by their secret informer and it managed to avoid a bomb blast in the city. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct expression is act on. Act on means ‘To take action because of something like information received’.
Question 2 |
Choose the correct usage
It is the job of theatre artists to act out the play on stage. | |
It is the job of theatre artists to act by the play on stage. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct expression is act out. Act out means ‘Perform something with actions and gestures.’
Question 3 |
Choose the correct usage
Kids who receive bad parenting end up acting upon whenever they go out in public. | |
Kids who receive bad parenting end up acting up whenever they go out in public. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct expression is act up. Act up means ‘Behave badly or strangely’
Question 4 |
Choose the correct usage
Fruits which contain anti-oxidants act upon the immune system of the body. | |
Fruits which contain anti-oxidants act up the immune system of the body. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct expression is act upon. Act up means ‘affect’.
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