Phrasal verbs: Break 1

When combined with an adverb or a preposition, the verb break becomes a phrasal verb with a meaning all its own. In the sentences below, fill in the blank with the correct word.

1. Upon hearing the tragic news, Valentina broke Placeholder for the answer.
2. When Sebastien eats peppers, he breaks Placeholder for the answer a rash.
3. When you want to get a big project done, break it Placeholder for the answer into small, manageable parts.
4. While the family was out, someone broke Placeholder for the answer and stole all the Christmas presents.
5. The child broke Placeholder for the answer from his mother as soon as he saw the merry-go-round.
6. Lisa was devastated when her fiancé broke Placeholder for the answer their engagement.
7. The baby’s first tooth broke Placeholder for the answer the gum.