English Phrasal Verb Practice for “pick out” and “pick up”
Alex lived in the city. He was sitting in his favorite cafe. He was a young man. He met three wonderful women. Each woman was unique and charming. It was time to pick out someone [ elegir a alguien ]. He wanted to go on a date. His grandmother said to him, “Love is like picking out fruit [ coger fruta ].”
First, there was Sarah. Sarah liked books. She loved to laugh. Alex could pick her out anywhere. She had red hair and glasses. Picking out novels [ Escogiendo novelas ] would be fun.
Next is Emily. She is adventurous. She likes to hike a lot. Alex saw her at a park. He picked her out [ la escogió ] at a park. She was climbing a wall. His date with her would be a picnic. First, they would pick up picnic supplies [ recogerían suministros para un picnic ].
Lastly, there is Grace. She was a talented musician. Her melodies picked up his spirit [ aligeraron su espíritu. ]. Their date would be at a jazz club. He could pick up a few dance steps [ aprender unos pasos de baile ] with her.
Finally, Alex decided to pick out Sarah. He connected with her. He planned to pick her up [ recogerla ] at her place. He was nervous but ready. He picked up a bouquet of flowers. He drove to her place. His heart picked up its pace. That afternoon, they picked out books [ escogieron libros ]. They talked and laughed. Alex drove her home. They shared a hug at the end.
He got home later. He felt he made the right choice. Then his phone buzzed. Emily was calling him. She picked out another day [ seleccionó otro día ] for a date.
Alex decided to date Emily, too. They went on a hike. He went dancing with Grace, too.
Alex picked up some new hobbies and interests [ aprendió algunos nuevos pasatiempos e intereses ]. Alex was happy. He enjoyed dating. Who did he end up with? He hasn’t decided yet.
