[Phrasal Verb] CALL ON - Enhancing Participation: Learn to Request Input Effectively

To request someone to speak or take action.

When you "call on" someone, you are asking them to speak in a meeting or contribute their thoughts. Teachers often use this phrasal verb in classrooms, like when they "call on" a student who raises their hand to answer a question.

Example Sentences

1. The teacher called on students randomly.

   The instructor selected students to answer questions without a set order.

2. He was called on to give his opinion during the meeting.

   During the meeting, his input was specifically sought.

3. Every once in a while, the president calls on the press for a briefing.

   Periodically, the president convenes a meeting with the media to provide updates.