Phrasal Verbs with Make

What does 'make for' mean?

• To move or travel in the direction of something or to contribute to a particular result or situation.

• To read a book

• To cook a meal

• To sit still and do nothing

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the phrasal verb 'make out'?

• The cat was making out with the dog.

• They were making out in the backseat of the car.

• She was making out with her homework.

• They were making out at the grocery store.

Explain the meaning of 'make up'.

• To give up

• To invent or create something

• To speed up

• To break up

Provide a sentence using 'make for'.

• Rainy weather makes for a great day at the beach.

• Good weather makes for a great day at the beach.

• Staying indoors makes for a great day at the beach.

• Traffic congestion makes for a great day at the beach.

When do we use 'make out' in a sentence?

• When going for a walk

• When trying to distinguish or understand something

• When cooking a meal

• When reading a book

How would you define 'make up' in a phrasal verb context?

• To break up with someone

• To put on cosmetics

• To invent or create something

• To fix a problem

Can you use 'make for' in a sentence?

• Yes, 'make for' is only used in technical contexts.

• Yes, 'make for' is only used in informal language.

• Yes, you can use 'make for' in a sentence.

• No, 'make for' is not a valid phrase.

In what situations would you use 'make out'?

• Fixing a broken appliance

• Reading a book

• Kissing or understanding/seeing something unclear or distant

• Cooking a meal

Describe the meaning of 'make up' as a phrasal verb.

• To put on makeup

• To break up with someone

• To invent or create something

• To fix a problem

Construct a sentence using 'make up'.

• He decided to make up his mind about the situation.

• She will make up a bed before going to sleep.

• She will make up a story to entertain the children.

• They will make up the lost time by working overtime.