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English II · End Term · 3 Sept 2023 · May 2023 term · Set QPF1-S1

Question 20: What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'wear out'?

Question 20

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What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'wear out'?

  1. A

    To become very angry

  2. B

    To become useless through hard or extended use

  3. C

    To find something by chance

  4. D

    To introduce a topic in conversation

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Correct answer

  • B

    To become useless through hard or extended use

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Question 20 of 60 in the IIT Madras BS English II (English 2) End Term paper sat on 3 Sept 2023, in the May 2023 term (IIT M FOUNDATION ET1 EXAM QPF1 S2 03 Sep). It carries 1 mark.

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