- 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: Dig
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Question 1 |
Choose the correct usage:
We were just starving , so when the food finally arrived we just dug in. | |
We were just starving , so when the food finally arrived we just dug on. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘dig in’, which means to eat greedily.
Question 2 |
Choose the correct usage:
On seeing me run out of money, she quickly dug onto her purse and lent me some cash. | |
She dug into her handbag and pulled out a bunch of keys. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘dig into’, which means to reach inside to get something.
Question 3 |
Choose the correct usage:
After a long search on the internet, he dug out some amazing information. | |
The reporters eventually dig up the whole truth regarding the scandal. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘dig up’, which means to find out something/some information.
Question 4 |
Choose the correct usage:
I dug out my old university essays. | |
I dug over my old university essays. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘dig out’, which means to find something you haven't used, seen, etc, for a long time.
Question 5 |
Choose the correct usage:
He hacks me off with his endless complaining. | |
Some people hack me on with their endless complaining. |
Question 5 Explanation:
The correct phrase is hack off, which means to annoy.
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