To Take

Question 1

take smth up

Answer 1

1. To fill an amount of space or time (This desk takes up too much room)
2. To start doing particular job or activity
3. To discuss smth or deal with smth

Question 2

Take part in

Answer 2

To be actively involved in something with other people
All the children took part in the computer games

Synonyms: join, become part of, participate