Class 6 English Grammar Worksheet: Common Phrasal Verbs for Kids [Printable PDF]

English Grammar Worksheet: Common Phrasal Verbs (Basic Meaning)

Phrasal verbs are an essential part of English grammar that help add depth and flexibility to communication. In Grade 6, students begin to learn and understand common phrasal verbs and their basic meanings. This worksheet focuses on helping students recognize and use phrasal verbs accurately in different contexts. By practicing with these phrasal verbs, students will be able to communicate more clearly and fluently in both written and spoken English.

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What is the topic?

The topic of this worksheet is common phrasal verbs. Phrasal verbs are combinations of verbs and prepositions or adverbs that change the meaning of the original verb. For example, "pick up" means to collect something, and "turn off" means to stop a machine. This worksheet helps students learn the basic meanings of various phrasal verbs and how to use them correctly in sentences.

What’s in this worksheet?

1. Match the phrasal verbs with their correct meanings 
2. Identify if phrasal verbs are used appropriately in sentences 
3. Fill in the blanks with the correct phrasal verb 
4. Choose the correct phrasal verb for various situations 
5. Rewrite sentences using the correct phrasal verb 

Definitions, examples, techniques, and tips

- Phrasal verbs: These are verbs combined with prepositions or adverbs that change the meaning of the original verb. For example:
- "Pick up" means to collect something.
- "Run out of" means to not have enough of something.
- "Look after" means to take care of someone.

Why is it important to learn this?

Understanding phrasal verbs enhances communication skills. Students will learn how to use phrasal verbs to express ideas more naturally and fluently. Mastery of phrasal verbs will help students improve their writing, speaking, and comprehension skills in various contexts, both casual and formal.

Where will this knowledge help you?

Knowledge of phrasal verbs will help students in:

- Writing tasks for school, especially in essays and stories 
- Classroom discussions and debates where phrasal verbs make speech more engaging 
- Understanding books, articles, or any written text that includes phrasal verbs 
- Everyday communication, whether in casual conversations or professional settings 

How to use this worksheet?

1. Attempt each question independently without help 
2. Review your answers after completing the worksheet 
3. Correct any mistakes and ensure you understand why the correct answer is right 
4. Practice regularly to improve your understanding and accuracy 
5. Compare your responses with the answer key provided below 

Important tips and tricks

1. Pay attention to the context of the sentence when choosing the correct phrasal verb. 
2. For fill-in-the-blank tasks, consider the surrounding words and how the phrasal verb completes the sentence meaningfully. 
3. When rewriting sentences, make sure the new phrasal verb maintains the original meaning of the sentence. 
4. If you're unsure about a phrasal verb’s meaning, try to infer it from the context or look it up in a dictionary.

Complete answer key

Exercise 1 – Match the Following 
1. Pick up – To collect or lift something 
2. Run out of – To not have enough of something 
3. Give up – To stop doing something 
4. Turn off – To stop the operation of a machine or device 
5. Set up – To prepare or arrange something 
6. Look after – To help or take care of someone 
7. Take off – To begin to fly 
8. Put off – To delay or postpone something 
9. Come in – To enter a room or place 
10. Break down – To stop working 

Exercise 2 – True/False Statements 
1. True 
2. False 
3. True 
4. False 
5. True 
6. True 
7. False 
8. True 
9. True 
10. False 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
1. Give in 
2. Sort out 
3. Cancel put 
4. Wind down 
5. Call off 
6. Turn off 
7. Take off 
8. Look after 
9. Speak up 
10. Go over 

Exercise 4 – Multiple Choice Questions 
1. d) put off 
2. c) set up
3. d) pick up 
4. b) Go over 
5. a) give up
6. c) finish off
7. a) take over
8. d) start up
9. b)calm down
10. a) look up 

Exercise 5 – Sentence Rewriting 
1. She was trying to bring up the issue during the meeting.
2. I can't believe you passed up your chance to work with such a talented team. 
3. We need to set off the meeting until tomorrow because of the heavy traffic. 
4. I need to go over the documents before I submit them. 
5. He decided to go back his decision after thinking it over.
6. Please hand in the project before the deadline.
7. The team has to wrap up their discussion to focus on the task.
8. I always forget to pick up my phone after leaving it on the desk.
9. We decided to put off the party for next week.
10. She had to hold back her response when she heard the news.

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