Phrasal verbs: Take a break

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. Richard and Véro were on their way to the airport when their car broke Placeholder for the answer.
2. The animal broke Placeholder for the answer its cage and ran free.
3. As David was talking, Melissa broke Placeholder for the answer with a comment.
4. The paramedics broke Placeholder for the answer the truck and pulled the passengers out.
5. After two years of dating, Louise and Jacques broke Placeholder for the answer.
6. You should break Placeholder for the answer your new hiking shoes before your trip.
7. To ease the tension, James said something funny, and everyone broke Placeholder for the answer in laughter.