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Phrasal Verbs: Break

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Question 1
Choose the correct usage:
A
Alex broke down on hearing the sad news.
B
Alex broke up on hearing the sad news.
Question 1 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is to break down ,which means to loose control of your feelings and start crying.
Question 2
Choose the correct usage:
A
The victory provided them a break through in the tournament.
B
The victory provided them a break up in the tournament.
Question 2 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is break through, which means to achieve an important success.
Question 3
Choose the correct usage:
A
A massive fire broke around in the building.
B
A massive fire broke out in the building.
Question 3 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is break out , which means the start of something sudden.
Question 4
Choose the correct usage:
A
Sandy broke up with his girlfriend.
B
Sandy broke through with his girlfriend.
Question 4 Explanation: 
The correct phrase is break up, which means to end a relationship with someone.
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