Listening Prompts

Listen to the following passage - Answer the questions - View PIE for more information

Common Phrasal Verbs

Questions

  1. Comprehension:
    What did the speaker do after hearing about the sale, and how did the shopping trip end?

  2. Language Focus:
    Choose three phrasal verbs from the passage and explain their meanings in this context. What happens if you remove the particle (e.g., turn, put)?

  3. Discussion:
    Why do you think phrasal verbs are difficult for learners? How can learning them in full phrases or stories (instead of word-by-word) help improve listening and speaking skills?

PIE Information:

  1. P - Pronunciation

    Read the following phrasal verbs aloud:

    wake up – 2 syllables

    turn on – 2 syllables

    find out – 2 syllables

    put on – 2 syllables

    set off – 2 syllables

    look around – 3 syllables

    pick up – 2 syllables

    put back – 2 syllables

  2. I - Intonation

    Notice how phrasal verbs are stressed naturally in conversation.

  3. E - Expression

    Read with a casual and upbeat tone to match the shopping scenario.