UPSC CAPF AC 2023 Examination Phrasal Verbs

For aspirants preparing for the UPSC CAPF AC Examination, understanding Phrasal Verbs holds significant importance, especially for Paper 2, (General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension). This section contains 5 questions, each carrying 2 marks, adding up to a total of 10 marks.

We need to write one sentence each using the following phrases and words  to bring out their meaning clearly. Do not change the form of the given phrases .

Phrasal verbs questions asked in UPSC CAPF AC 2023 Examination 

1. held up

Meaning : to remain strong and working effectively
Example : The bank robbery held up the entire town, causing a delay in all activities.

2. carry out

Meaning : to do and complete a task
Example : The research team will carry out an extensive study to determine the environmental impact.

3. take after

Meaning : to look or behave like an older member of your family, especially your mother or father
Example : She takes after her grandmother with her artistic talents.

4. look down upon

Meaning :  to think of or treat (someone or something) as unimportant or not worthy of respect
Example : It's not appropriate to look down upon people based on their social status.

5. give in

Meaning : To yield or submit to pressure or requests
Example : Despite his initial resistance, he had to give in to their demands to avoid further conflict.

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