- 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: Lock
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Question 1 |
Choose the correct usage:
If you lock off your computer properly, it is very difficult for people to access it. | |
If you lock down your computer properly, it is very difficult for people to access it. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘lock down’, which means to make very secure.
Question 2 |
Choose the correct usage:
The missile locked onto the plane and blew it out of the sky. | |
The missile was locked into enemy plane, but failed to hit it. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘lock onto’, which means to find a target and head for it.
Question 3 |
Choose the correct usage:
Irritated by the pestering stranger, I locked off the office and settled down in peace. | |
The management locked the staff out because they had turned down the pay offer. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘lock out’, which means to close a place to stop people entering.
Question 4 |
Choose the correct usage:
He locked away the gun in a safe place to avoid any suspicions. | |
Be sure to lock over the bag in a place no one can access. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘lock away’, which means to lock something in a safe place.
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