RELATIONSHIPS

EXAMPLES AND DEFINITIONS

Task 1: Read the sentences below that use each phrasal verb correctly.

a. He finally gathered the courage to ask her out on a date.

b. They've been going out with each other for over a year now.

c. After a series of arguments, they decided to break up and go their separate ways.

d. They're planning to settle down and start a family in the countryside.

e. They had a big argument last night, but they managed to make up and apologise to
each other today.

Task 2: Match the phrasal verbs in bold from task 1 to their meanings below.

1. to establish a stable and long-term relationship, often involving starting a family.

2. to invite someone to go on a date or spend time together in a romantic context.

3. to be in a romantic relationship with someone.

4. to end a romantic relationship.

5. to resolve conflicts after an argument or disagreement.

ESL Pals 1 Grammar Worksheet

 SYNONYMS
Task 1: Match the phrasal verbs from the box to their synonyms.

ask out. go out with. break up.

settle down. make up.

1. ___________________________________.
○ be in a relationship with.
○ date.

2. ___________________________________.
○ end a relationship.
○ split up.
○ part ways.

3. ___________________________________.
○ invite on a date.
○ propose going out.

4. ___________________________________.
○ establish roots.
○ commit to someone.

5. ___________________________________.
○ smooth things over.
○ reconcile.
○ patch things up.

ESL Pals 2 Grammar Worksheet

 CREATE SENTENCES
Practice using the phrasal verbs in different tenses by creating sentences.
● Use the information from (1-5) to create sentences in each of the tenses listed.

1. Alan / ask out / Sarah.

● future tense: going to.

● present perfect.
● simple past.

2. Tim / go out with / Alex.

● simple past.
● past perfect tense.
● present continuous.

3. James / break up / his partner.

● present perfect.
● future tense: will.
● past simple.

4. Kim / settle down / John.

● present perfect.
● past simple.
● present continuous.

5. Alex / make up / Sarah.

● future tense: going to.

● future tense: will.
● present perfect.

ESL Pals 3 Grammar Worksheet

 COMPLETE THE SENTENCES
Use the phrasal verbs to complete the sentences, you may need to change the tense.

ask out. go out with. break up.

settle down. make up.

1. She was surprised when he __________ her __________ to the movies.

2. After years of searching for the right person, he finally found someone with whom
he wanted to _________________________ and build a life.

3. After a heated argument, they took some time apart, and then
_________________________ by sharing their feelings and apologising.

4. After months of trying to work through their issues, they ultimately decided to
_________________________ and go their separate ways.

5. After weeks of getting to know each other, he decided to ______________ her

______________ for dinner.

6. The idea of _________________________ and starting a family had always been a

dream they shared since the early days of their relationship.

7. She's wondering if he'll __________ her __________ to go to the upcoming school

dance.

ESL Pals 4 Grammar Worksheet

Use the phrasal verbs to complete the sentences, you may need to change the tense.

ask out. go out with. break up.

settle down. make up.

8. She surprised him with a heartfelt letter to _________________________ after their

disagreement, the letter showed that she still cared deeply for him.

9. The decision to _________________________ was difficult, but they both knew it was
the best choice for their individual happiness.

10. He finally worked up the courage to __________ her __________ on a date to the art
gallery.

11. Their friends were excited when they found out that they had decided to
_________________________ each other.

12. They've been _________________________ each other for a few months and their
bond keeps growing stronger.

13. He had a reputation as a bachelor, but meeting her made him want to
_________________________ and experience the joys of a committed relationship.

14. Their love was strong enough to overcome any disagreement, and they always
found a way to _________________________ and grow stronger.

15. The _________________________ was emotional, but they both knew that staying
together would have been more damaging in the long run.

ESL Pals 5 Grammar Worksheet

 DIALOGUES
Use the phrasal verbs to complete the dialogues, you may need to change the tense.

ask out. go out with. break up.

settle down. make up.

Dialogue 1:

Dialogue 2:

Dialogue 3:

ESL Pals 6 Grammar Worksheet

Use the phrasal verbs to complete the dialogues, you may need to change the tense.

ask out. go out with. break up.

settle down. make up.

Dialogue 4:

Dialogue 5:

ESL Pals 7 Grammar Worksheet

 PHRASAL VERBS: QUESTION TIME
Answer the questions below, each of the questions uses a phrasal verb.

1. Have you ever asked someone out on a date? How did you feel about it?

2. What do you think is the best way to ask someone out? Do you prefer a more
casual approach or something more elaborate?

3. How do you know when it's the right time to ask someone out?

4. In your opinion, is it better to go out with someone casually before becoming more
serious, or do you prefer to establish commitment from the start?

5. How do you handle situations where you're not sure if someone you're going out
with is interested in taking the relationship to the next level?

6. What does the phrase of settling down mean to you when it comes to a romantic
relationship?

7. Do you think there's an optimal age or stage in life for people to start thinking about
settling down in a romantic relationship?

8. What are some common reasons why couples decide to break up? Do you think
some reasons are more valid than others?

9. Do you believe that a break up is always a negative thing, or can it sometimes be a

healthy decision for both parties?

10. Do you think break ups should always be done face-to-face? Discuss the pros and
cons of using other communication methods such as text messages, emails, etc.

11. Can making up after a fight sometimes make a relationship stronger? Explain.

12. What role does communication play in the process of making up after a
disagreement?

ESL Pals 8 Grammar Worksheet

 TOM AND SARAH
Read about Tom and Sarah’s relationship below, then complete the exercises.

Tom and Sarah were classmates in a small town. They met during a maths class and
quickly became friends. Tom liked Sarah a lot and wanted to ask her out, but he was too
nervous. He waited for the right moment.

One day, Tom finally gathered his courage and asked Sarah out to a movie. Sarah was
surprised but happy. She said yes! They went out to see a funny movie, and both of them
had a great time. After that, they started to go out with each other more often. They went
to the park, had ice cream, and even went on a hike together. Their friendship turned into
a sweet relationship.

Tom and Sarah were happy together for a long time, but like all couples, they had some
disagreements. They had a big argument one day and decided to break up. They both felt
sad, and it was hard for them to be apart. They missed each other a lot.

After some time passed, Tom realised how much he missed Sarah. He decided to make
up with her and apologise for the argument. He called her, and they met up to talk. They
both said sorry, and they forgave each other. It felt like a weight had been lifted off their
shoulders.

Tom and Sarah's relationship grew stronger after they made up. They realised that they
wanted to be together and decided to settle down. They rented a cosy apartment and
started sharing their lives more deeply. They supported each other's dreams and goals.

In the end, Tom and Sarah's love story taught them that relationships have ups and
downs. They learned to communicate better and solve problems together. Their journey
from classmates to a settled couple showed them the importance of understanding,
patience, and making up after disagreements.

Task 2: Complete the following exercises based on the story.

1. Identify the phrasal verbs in the text, and the tense the phrasal verbs are used in.

2. How did Sarah react when Tom asked her out?

3. What do you think caused them to break up?

4. Retell the story to a classmate.

5. Predict what will happen next.

ESL Pals 9 Grammar Worksheet

HOMEWORK
PHRASAL VERBS: WRITING TASK
Follow the guidelines to write a story using the phrasal verbs presented in the class.

Guidelines

1. Write a short story (500-800 words) that incorporates some or all of the
following phrasal verbs:
a. ask out.
b. go out with.
c. settle down.
d. make up
e. break up

2. The story can be set in any time period and location, but it should have a clear
beginning, middle, and end.

3. In your story, be sure to clearly show how each of the phrasal verbs is used and
what it means. You can do this by including dialogue or descriptive passages that
highlight the phrasal verbs in action.

4. Make sure that your writing is clear and concise, and that your story flows
smoothly from beginning to end.

5. Be creative and have fun with this writing task!

6. Once you have completed your story, read it over and make any necessary
revisions to improve it. Then share it with your teacher for feedback.

ESL Pals 10 Grammar Worksheet