PHRASAL VERBS (TO TURN) 1
C1 · AdvancedCombining turn with different particles creates meanings such as appearing, going to bed, and changing the volume. Choose the particle that matches the intended meaning.
Choose the correct preposition to complete each of the following sentences.
1.I'm sure your wallet will turn ________ ( = will be found, will appear) somewhere.
Correct answer: up — turn up = appear, be found, or arrive unexpectedly.
2.I'm going to turn ________. ( = I'm going to bed.)
Correct answer: in — turn in = go to bed (informal).
3.Turn ________ ( = increase the volume on) the radio. I can't hear what's playing.
Correct answer: up — turn up = increase the volume, heat, or intensity.
4.The woman in that movie turned ________ ( = became) a monster.
Correct answer: into — turn into = transform or change into something else.
5.It turns ________ ( = appears) he was telling the truth.
Correct answer: out — turn out = be revealed to be the case; prove to be true.
6.Turn ________ ( = start) the air conditioner.
Correct answer: on — turn on = switch on or start (a device or appliance).
7.I'm sorry, but I'm going to have to turn ________ ( = reject) your offer.
Correct answer: down — turn down = reject or refuse (an offer, request, or invitation).
8.I don't know why she turned ________ me ( = attacked me unexpectedly), especially since we had been friends for so long.
Correct answer: on — turn on someone = attack or become hostile toward someone unexpectedly.
9.That plant turns ________ ( = produces) 100,000 cars per year.
Correct answer: out — turn out = produce or manufacture.
10.All students have to turn ________ ( = hand in) their reports by Friday.
Correct answer: in — turn in = submit or hand in (a piece of work or a report).
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