English
FPSC
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Question
Choose the sentence that correctly uses a phrasal verb.
A
The meeting was called off due to unforeseen circumstances.
✓ Official correct answer
B
He looked into his old friend at the market.
C
She took after her new responsibilities with enthusiasm.
D
They put out the fire by calling the fire brigade.
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A
The meeting was called off due to unforeseen circumstances.
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B
He looked into his old friend at the market.
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C
She took after her new responsibilities with enthusiasm.
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D
They put out the fire by calling the fire brigade.
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Explanation
The phrasal verb 'called off' means to cancel, which is correctly used in the context of a meeting. 'Looked into' means to investigate, not to meet. 'Took after' means to resemble, not to undertake responsibilities. 'Put out' means to extinguish, so it's incorrect to say they 'put out' the fire by calling the brigade; they called the brigade to put out the fire.