- 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: Count
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Question 1 |
Choose the correct usage:
Experience counts by a lot in decision making. | |
Experience counts for a lot in decision making. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct phrase is count for, which means have importance or worth.
Question 2 |
Choose the correct usage:
I am counting down the days till they leave. | |
I am counting up the days till they leave. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct phrase is count down , which means to wait impatiently or excitedly for something to happen.
Question 3 |
Choose the correct usage:
The minister lost due to the lack of support of people he was counting in. | |
I was counting upon him to bring the material, but he let me down. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct phrase is to count upon , which means expect something to happen and base plans on it.
Question 4 |
Choose the correct usage:
His not having a proper degree will count on him. | |
His criminal record will count against him. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct phrase is count against ,which means to affect negatively,make less likely to succeed.
Question 5 |
Choose the correct usage:
You can count me in if you are going on that skiing holiday. | |
You can count me on if you are going on that skiing holiday. |
Question 5 Explanation:
The correct phrase is to count in, which means to include or involve in a group or activity.
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