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Phrasal Verbs: Scout
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Question 1 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
Sam will scout about a new salesgirl for the shop. | |
Sam will scout in a new salesgirl for the shop. |
Question 1 Explanation:
The correct expression is “scout about” which means to look in different places for something.
Question 2 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
I will have to scout around for a likely candidate for this job. | |
I will have to scout in for a likely candidate for this job. |
Question 2 Explanation:
The correct expression is “scout around” which means to look in different places for something.
Question 3 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
The student spent weeks scouting out the answer. | |
The student spent weeks scouting the answer. |
Question 3 Explanation:
The correct expression is “scout out” which means to search for something.
Question 4 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
I scouted round for my bag, but I couldn’t find it. | |
I scouted for my bag, but I couldn’t find it. |
Question 4 Explanation:
The correct expression is “scout round” which means to look in different places for something.
Question 5 |
For the context provided, select the most appropriate sentence.
They need to scout up a costume for the party. | |
They need to scout in a costume for the party. |
Question 5 Explanation:
The correct expression is “scout up” which means to try to find someone for a task or requirement.
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