Q17
EnglishIdioms, Phrasal Verbs & Proverbs
Fill in the blank with the correct Phrasal Verb: The teacher will ______ a new chapter tomorrow.
- a.take over
- b.take up
- c.take down
- d.take off
Answer: (B) take up
To 'take up' a subject or chapter means to begin dealing with it, so the teacher will take up a new chapter. 'Take over' means to assume control or charge, 'take down' means to write down or to dismantle, and 'take off' means to remove (clothes) or to leave the ground (aircraft). 'Take up' can also mean to start a hobby or job, or to occupy time or space.