Understanding the Phrasal Verb 'Talk Over'

Understanding the Phrasal Verb 'Talk Over'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Life Skills

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video tutorial explains the phrasal verb 'talk over', highlighting its inseparability and usage with pronouns and nouns. It defines 'talk over' as speaking while another person is talking, which is considered impolite. The tutorial concludes with a practice sentence to reinforce learning.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the nature of the phrasal verb 'talk over'?

It is inseparable.

It is not a phrasal verb.

It is separable.

It can be both separable and inseparable.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where should the pronoun or noun be placed when using 'talk over'?

Between 'talk' and 'over'.

Before 'talk'.

After 'over'.

Before 'over'.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does it mean to 'talk over' someone?

To speak before someone starts.

To speak louder than someone.

To speak after someone has finished.

To interrupt someone while they are speaking.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is talking over someone considered impolite?

It is a sign of disagreement.

It disrupts the conversation flow.

It shows you are not listening.

It means two people are speaking simultaneously.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the practice sentence mentioned in the video?

Please let me talk over you and finish my sentences.

Please stop talking and let me talk over you.

Please finish your sentences before talking over me.

Please stop talking over me and let me finish my sentences.