Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The thief broke _______ the house.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The phrasal verb "break into" is used to describe the act of entering a building or vehicle illegally, typically by using force.
"Break in" and "break into" both refer to illegal, forced entry, but "break into" must be followed by the place entered (e.g., "break into the house"), while "break in" is used alone.
Example:
Someone tried to break into my car.
‘Break in’ is used when the location is not mentioned or immediately follows the verb.
Example: Someone broke in last night.
In the given question, specific location (the house) is given, so ‘break into’ is the correct phrasal verb.