PHRASAL VERBS WITH TAKE — EXERCISE 1 (ESL)
C1–C2 · AdvancedTake is one of the most commonly used verbs in English, and its phrasal forms are equally widespread. Several combinations involve the idea of assuming or accepting something; others have more idiomatic meanings that must be learned as fixed expressions. Definitions are provided in brackets throughout.
Choose the correct preposition to complete each of the following sentences.
1.The plane took ________ ( = departed) at 7:00 AM.
Correct answer: off — take off = depart (used for planes, and also informally for people).
2.They took ________ ( = saw) a play while they were in Glasgow.
Correct answer: in — take in = see or watch (a show, play, or film).
3.He took ________ ( = started) smoking after his accident.
Correct answer: up — take up = start a new habit or activity.
4.They will have to take ________ ( = compete against) another opponent.
Correct answer: on — take on = agree to compete against or face an opponent.
5.He really takes ________ his father. = He is really similar to his father.
Correct answer: after — take after = resemble a parent or relative.
6.I'll take it ________ with the boss. = I will speak to the boss about it.
Correct answer: up — take something up with someone = raise or discuss an issue with them.
7.I have to take ________. ( = leave)
Correct answer: off — take off = leave, depart.
8.After Bill was fired, John took ________ ( = assumed) his position.
Correct answer: over — take over = assume responsibility or control of a role or position.
9.I'll take you ________ on your offer. = I'll accept your offer.
Correct answer: up — take someone up on an offer = accept their offer.
10.We took ________ ( = adopted, brought home) several kittens while we were living in Scotland.
Correct answer: in — take in = adopt or give a home to (a pet or person).
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