AFPSAT Verbal Ability — Phrasal VerbsSlides
Revision slides for AFPSAT Verbal Ability — Phrasal Verbs. Structured for quick scanning, with one idea per slide and the key formulas called out clearly. Good for the final week before the AFPSAT 2026 when you want to refresh the whole chapter in under an hour.
Exam context
Armed Forces of the Philippines runs the Armed Forces of the Philippines Service Aptitude Test on Multiple schedules yearly. Its Verbal Ability section sits under a "Core" weighting, and Phrasal Verbs is the 6th chapter in the 7-chapter AFPSAT Verbal Ability rotation. The AFPSAT passing mark is AFP-set percentile, and the most recent 2026 paper drew about a meaningful share of questions from Verbal Ability.
Phrasal Verbs - Slides
Phrasal verbs are essential components of the English language consisting of a main verb combined with an adverb, preposition, or both. These paired words often have idiomatic meanings that cannot be deduced from their individual parts. Understanding phrasal verbs is crucial for CSE success, as they frequently appear in verbal ability sections and professional communication contexts.
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Introduction to Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal verbs are fundamental elements in English that combine verbs with particles to create new meanings. They are particularly important for Filipino professionals preparing for civil service examinations.
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Establish foundation understanding of phrasal verbs before diving into specific examples
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Introduction and Overview
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mindmap root((Phrasal Verbs)) Components Main Verb Adverb Preposition Both Combined Characteristics Idiomatic Meaning Context Dependent Multiple Meanings Applications CSE Exams Professional Communication Daily Conversation
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Mind map showing the components, characteristics, and applications of phrasal verbs
Understanding Context Clues
Since phrasal verbs often have multiple meanings, understanding context is crucial for determining the correct interpretation in any given sentence.
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Emphasize the importance of context before introducing specific phrasal verbs
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Context and Interpretation
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flowchart TD A[Encounter Phrasal Verb] --> B[Read Complete Sentence] B --> C[Identify Context Clues] C --> D{Multiple Meanings?} D -->|Yes| E[Consider Situation] D -->|No| F[Apply Single Meaning] E --> G[Choose Best Fit] F --> G G --> H[Verify with Sentence Logic]
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Process flowchart for determining phrasal verb meanings using context clues
Bear Phrasal Verbs
The verb 'bear' combines with different particles to create various meanings related to carrying, enduring, and relating to situations.
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First specific phrasal verb family - use examples relevant to Filipino context
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Bear Phrasal Verbs
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mindmap root((BEAR)) bear on relate to affect bear up endure cope well bear with be patient tolerate bear in mind remember consider bear witness to testify give evidence
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Mind map showing different meanings of phrasal verbs using 'bear'
Break Phrasal Verbs
Break phrasal verbs often relate to separation, ending, or sudden occurrences. They are commonly used in news, police reports, and everyday situations.
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Use crime and emergency examples relevant to CSE context
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Break Phrasal Verbs
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flowchart TD A[BREAK Phrasal Verbs] --> B[broke into] A --> C[broke off] A --> D[break out] A --> E[break up] A --> F[break down] B --> B1[enter illegally] C --> C1[separate/detach] D --> D1[escape/occur suddenly] E --> E1[end/separate] F --> F1[stop functioning]
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Flowchart showing break phrasal verbs and their meanings
Bring Phrasal Verbs
Bring phrasal verbs typically involve causing, revealing, or moving something forward. They are essential for professional discussions and presentations.
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Emphasize professional and parenting contexts for bring phrasal verbs
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Bring Phrasal Verbs
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sequenceDiagram participant C as Cause participant A as Action participant R as Result C->>A: bring on Note over A: trigger/cause C->>A: bring out Note over A: reveal/highlight C->>A: bring up Note over A: raise topic/nurture A->>R: Effect achieved
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Sequence diagram showing how bring phrasal verbs create cause-and-effect relationships
Call Phrasal Verbs
Call phrasal verbs are frequently used in emergency situations, business meetings, and official communications, making them essential for CSE professionals.
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Connect to emergency procedures and official government communications
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Call Phrasal Verbs
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stateDiagram-v2 [*] --> Normal Normal --> Demanding: call for Normal --> Canceling: call off Normal --> Requesting: call in Normal --> Visiting: call on Normal --> Challenging: call out Demanding --> [*] Canceling --> [*] Requesting --> [*] Visiting --> [*] Challenging --> [*]
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State diagram showing different call phrasal verb actions and their outcomes
Carry Phrasal Verbs
Carry phrasal verbs are essential for describing continuation, execution, and transportation of tasks, objects, or ideas in professional settings.
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Focus on professional task execution and law enforcement contexts
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Carry Phrasal Verbs
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Come Phrasal Verbs
Come phrasal verbs describe emergence, movement, and occurrence of events. They are particularly useful in describing examination schedules and revelations.
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Use CSE examination context for come up examples
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Come Phrasal Verbs
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timeline title Come Phrasal Verbs Timeline Past : come off (detached) Present : come on (beginning) : come over (visiting) Future : come out (will be revealed) : come up (will arise)
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Timeline showing when different come phrasal verbs typically occur
Cope and Cut Phrasal Verbs
These phrasal verbs are essential for discussing problem-solving, resource management, and environmental issues - all relevant to civil service work.
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Emphasize environmental and crime prevention contexts
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Cope and Cut Phrasal Verbs
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pie title Cut Phrasal Verbs Usage "cut back" : 25 "cut down" : 20 "cut off" : 20 "cut in" : 15 "cut loose" : 20
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Pie chart showing relative frequency of different cut phrasal verbs in professional contexts
Drop Phrasal Verbs
Drop phrasal verbs are commonly used in casual conversations and educational contexts, particularly relevant for discussing academic persistence and social visits.
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Connect to educational persistence and customer service contexts
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Drop Phrasal Verbs
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Give Phrasal Verbs
Give phrasal verbs are crucial for discussing perseverance, distribution, and moral choices - important themes in civil service ethics and community work.
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Emphasize anti-corruption and perseverance themes relevant to civil service
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Give Phrasal Verbs
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flowchart TD A[Face Challenge] --> B{Choose Response} B -->|Negative| C[give in] B -->|Positive| D[give out help] B -->|Defeat| E[give up] C --> F[fa:fa-times Wrong Choice] D --> G[fa:fa-check Right Choice] E --> F G --> H[Success]
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Decision flowchart showing positive and negative choices using give phrasal verbs
Hang Phrasal Verbs
Hang phrasal verbs describe waiting, social activities, and coherence - useful for both casual conversation and professional contexts like writing and teamwork.
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Include both physical and abstract meanings of hang phrasal verbs
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Hang Phrasal Verbs
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Hold Phrasal Verbs
Hold phrasal verbs are essential for discussing restraint, postponement, and endurance - important concepts in professional patience and resource management.
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Connect to emotional intelligence and resource management in government work
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Hold Phrasal Verbs
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stateDiagram-v2 [*] --> Planning Planning --> Restraining: hold back Planning --> Postponing: hold off Planning --> Enduring: hold out Planning --> Speaking: hold forth Restraining --> Control Postponing --> Delay Enduring --> Survival Speaking --> Communication Control --> [*] Delay --> [*] Survival --> [*] Communication --> [*]
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State diagram showing different hold phrasal verb outcomes
Pull and Put Phrasal Verbs
These phrasal verbs are crucial for business operations, teamwork, traffic situations, and administrative tasks commonly encountered in civil service work.
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Emphasize teamwork and administrative contexts
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Pull and Put Phrasal Verbs
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mindmap root((Pull & Put)) Pull Actions pull in attract earn pull out withdraw remove pull together cooperate organize Put Actions put down write record put off postpone delay put out publish extinguish
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Mind map comparing pull and put phrasal verb categories and meanings
Throw Phrasal Verbs
Throw phrasal verbs describe disposal, contribution, and accessibility actions. They are useful for discussing resource management and organizational policies.
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Connect to stress management and organizational efficiency
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Throw Phrasal Verbs
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CSE Exam Strategies for Phrasal Verbs
Success in CSE phrasal verb questions requires strategic approach, contextual understanding, and consistent practice with various question types.
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Provide practical test-taking strategies specific to CSE format
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Exam Strategies
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flowchart TD A[Read Question] --> B[Identify Context] B --> C[Analyze Options] C --> D[fa:fa-times Eliminate Wrong] D --> E[fa:fa-check Choose Best Fit] E --> F[Verify with Context] F --> G{Confident?} G -->|Yes| H[fa:fa-star Final Answer] G -->|No| I[Re-read Sentence] I --> B
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Strategic flowchart for answering CSE phrasal verb questions effectively
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Understanding common pitfalls helps CSE candidates avoid typical mistakes when encountering phrasal verbs in examinations and professional situations.
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Help students recognize and avoid typical phrasal verb errors
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Common Mistakes
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flowchart TD A[fa:fa-warning Common Mistakes] --> B[Literal Translation] A --> C[Ignoring Context] A --> D[First Option Bias] A --> E[Memorization Only] B --> F[fa:fa-times Wrong Answer] C --> F D --> F E --> F F --> G[How to Avoid] G --> H[fa:fa-book Study Context] G --> I[fa:fa-lightbulb Practice Multiple Meanings] G --> J[fa:fa-check Verify Logic]
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Flowchart showing common mistakes and prevention strategies for phrasal verb questions
Practice and Review Strategies
Effective practice strategies help reinforce phrasal verb understanding and prepare candidates for various question formats in the CSE examination.
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Provide structured approach to phrasal verb mastery over time
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Study Strategies
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timeline title Study Schedule Daily : Practice 10 Phrasal Verbs : Create Context Sentences Weekly : Review One Verb Family : Take Mini Quizzes Monthly : Full Practice Tests : Review Weak Areas Pre-Exam : Final Review Session : Focus on Common Mistakes
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Timeline showing recommended study schedule for phrasal verb mastery
References
- NEW CURRICULUM CIVIL SERVICE 2026 EDITION — Verbal.pdf
- NCV CIVIL SERVICE — Verbal Ability.pdf
- Civil Service Commission - Professional Level Examination Guidelines
- Philippine Civil Service Examination Verbal Ability Standards
In summary
Mastery of phrasal verbs is essential for CSE Professional success and effective workplace communication. These idiomatic expressions require understanding of context, recognition of multiple meanings, and consistent practice. Focus on context clues, avoid literal translations, and practice regularly with CSE-style questions. Remember that phrasal verbs are living parts of English that enhance both your examination performance and professional communication skills in government service.
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