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Phrasal Verbs: Rub
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Question 1 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
They rub along since school times. | |
They rub of since school times. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub along” which means to have a reasonably good relationship.
Question 2 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
Bob rubbed the dog down after giving him a bath. | |
Bob rubbed the dog after giving him a bath. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub down” which means to dry or clean something with a cloth.
Question 3 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
Apply the cream and rub it in. | |
Apply the cream and rub it. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub in” which means to apply a substance like cream or ointment and rub it until it is absorbed.
Question 4 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
Maria has a habit of rubbing it in about the scandal. | |
Maria has a habit of rubbing in about the scandal. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub it in” which means to emphasise how bad a situation is to make someone feel worse.
Question 5 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
His negative thoughts rubs off on everyone around him. | |
His negative thoughts rubs off everyone around him. |
Question 5 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub off on” which means to pass a quality or characteristic to people.
Question 6 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
The killer rubbed out the businessman. | |
The killer rubbed off the businessman. |
Question 6 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub out” which means to kill.
Question 7 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
The dog rubbed up against Bob’s leg. | |
The dog rubbed against Bob’s leg. |
Question 7 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub up against” which means to touch someone in a sensual or sexual way.
Question 8 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
I have to rub up on my German lessons. | |
I have to rub on my German lessons. |
Question 8 Explanation:
The correct expression is “rub up on” which means to revise.
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