Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word/phrase from the box. There are some extra
words.
collocations, get by know, look up say, pick up use,
come across
When you (16)___________ a new English word or phrase, make a note of it! (17)_______ the meaning in
the dictionary, making sure you are aware of any grammatical information. For instance, if you are looking for
the meaning of a verb, check to see if the verb can be used in a passive form, if it is followed by any particular
preposition, and so on. Check also for the pronunciation and (18)____________ of a word. Is it particularly
formal or informal, or used in certain word (19)_____________ ? For example we (20)_______________ 'do
housework' but' 'make an effor'.
____________ .