- 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: Tear
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Question 1 |
Choose the correct usage:
People were torn off on hearing the news about the plane crash. | |
His family was torn apart when the news of the accident came through. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘torn apart’, which means to disturb or upset angrily.
Question 2 |
Choose the correct usage:
I had to tear him away from the office for the dinner. | |
He tore me through the office for going to the concert. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tear away’, which means to stop someone doing something unwillingly.
Question 3 |
Choose the correct usage:
The estate was torn down so that it could be established into new flats. | |
The angry mob tore over the secretariat office. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tear down’, which means to demolish.
Question 4 |
Choose the correct usage:
The coach tore onto Abraham for his disappointing performance in the game. | |
She tore into me for losing the match. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tear into’, which means to criticize someone strongly or angrily.
Question 5 |
Choose the correct usage:
Johnny tore out of the class, surprising everyone. | |
The sheriff tore up after the escaping criminals. |
Question 5 Explanation:
The correct phrase is ‘tear out’, which means to depart rapidly.
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