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3001.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ under the weather_x005F_x000D_

A. changing moods like weather
B. a situation changes so fast that it leaves one unprepared
C. slightly unwell
D. raining heavily
Answer» D. raining heavily
Discussion
3002.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ whole nine yards

A. love someone blindly
B. euphemism for an Indian dress called sari
C. a small area but sufficient
D. everything possible
Answer» E.
Discussion
3003.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ to bite your tongue_x005F_x000D_

A. to cause self­inflicting harm
B. to make a desperate effort to avoid saying something
C. harsh words once spoken can never come back
D. to be astonished
Answer» C. harsh words once spoken can never come back
Discussion
3004.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ to bite off more than you can chew

A. to take on a commitment one cannot fulfil
B. to grab a share more than what one rightfully deserves
C. to hog more than what one needs
D. a greedy person can easily be identified from the way one eats
Answer» B. to grab a share more than what one rightfully deserves
Discussion
3005.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ The squeaky wheel gets the grease_x005F_x000D_

A. the most noticeable problems are the ones most likely to get attention
B. one unfortunate child always keep getting punished
C. the person who complains the most is hated the most
D. the favourite child or student gets the most attention
Answer» B. one unfortunate child always keep getting punished
Discussion
3006.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ No man is an island_x005F_x000D_

A. a man is self sufficient only when he gets married
B. no one is self­-sufficient; everyone relies on others
C. nobody prefers to live alone
D. to not marry is like living on an island
Answer» C. nobody prefers to live alone
Discussion
3007.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ apple of my eye_x005F_x000D_

A. every thing looks enticing to a hungry person
B. a very pleasant thing to watch
C. someone that one cherishes above all others
D. the ugliest child is still pretty for a mother
Answer» D. the ugliest child is still pretty for a mother
Discussion
3008.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ at the drop of a hat_x005F_x000D_

A. to challenge someone
B. to give up very easily
C. to pick a fight for small reasons
D. without hesitation or good reason
Answer» E.
Discussion
3009.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ All Greek to me_x005F_x000D_

A. The new person in a group gets the most attention
B. Learning a new language is very difficult
C. Saying that one does not understand something that is said or written
D. Everything is new when one is in a new country
Answer» D. Everything is new when one is in a new country
Discussion
3010.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ All in the same boat._x005F_x000D_

A. staying together is the secret to successfully navigating the ups and downs of life
B. In a group, one's situation is tied up with the situation of the rest.
C. There is false sense of safety in a large group
D. To be in the same unpleasant situation as other people
Answer» E.
Discussion
3011.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ an axe to grind_x005F_x000D_

A. preparing for a fight
B. to have a problem with something or someone
C. some important task to do
D. one's skill should always be practiced or their edge becomes blunt
Answer» C. some important task to do
Discussion
3012.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ an arm and a leg_x005F_x000D_

A. a large, possibly exorbitant, amount of money
B. a highly motivated person can succeed even with few resources
C. one loves a person so much that one is willing to sacrifice his most precious things for them
D. all children are equal for a mother. She can't sacrifice anyone.
Answer» B. a highly motivated person can succeed even with few resources
Discussion
3013.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ backseat driver

A. A person who keeps giving advice to others for things that they are not responsible
B. The one who is sitting in the back seat behaves like a boss
C. The real power lies in the hands of those who control the strings
D. The puppet dances to the actions of the puppeteer
Answer» B. The one who is sitting in the back seat behaves like a boss
Discussion
3014.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Back to square one_x005F_x000D_

A. Remembering one's past makes one humble
B. To be back to where one started, with no progress having been made
C. To become friends once again with a person with whom you had a fight
D. To apologize for one's past actions
Answer» C. To become friends once again with a person with whom you had a fight
Discussion
3015.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ All bark and no bite_x005F_x000D_

A. Children should only be scolded but never beaten
B. To be full of big talk but lacking action
C. The person who appears most scary will help you the most
D. A person who talks a lot will never harm you
Answer» C. The person who appears most scary will help you the most
Discussion
3016.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ A fool and his money are easily parted

A. a foolish person spends money carelessly and will soon be penniless
B. a miser will eventually lose all his money due to one foolish mistake
C. a foolish person will never be able to get rich
D. a rich person should be smart enough to avoid people who will fool him for his wealth
Answer» B. a miser will eventually lose all his money due to one foolish mistake
Discussion
3017.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ once in a blue moon_x005F_x000D_

A. an imaginary situation
B. feeling sad
C. a beautiful sight
D. to happen very rarely
Answer» E.
Discussion
3018.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ blood is thicker than water

A. relations are more important than merit
B. all crimes are not equal so punishment for murder is not same as that of theft
C. family relationships and loyalties are the strongest and most important ones
D. deceit from a family member hurts more than being cheated by strangers
Answer» D. deceit from a family member hurts more than being cheated by strangers
Discussion
3019.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Back to the drawing board_x005F_x000D_

A. To solve a problem one has to go back to the root cause
B. An inventive person will find fresh ways to solve a problem
C. An idea has been unsuccessful and that a new one must be devised
D. An artist is always happy if he gets a chance to go back to painting
Answer» D. An artist is always happy if he gets a chance to go back to painting
Discussion
3020.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ barking up the wrong tree_x005F_x000D_

A. One should ignore those who keep harassing them
B. To say something wrong to a person who has always been kind to you
C. Scolding a thick skinned person will cause no improvement
D. To be pursuing a misguided line of course of action
Answer» E.
Discussion
3021.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ All good things must come to an end_x005F_x000D_

A. Even enjoyable experiences cannot last for ever
B. A good story should always have a happy ending
C. The world will be destroyed one day
D. Only bad things can continue forever. Life of good things feel short.
Answer» B. A good story should always have a happy ending
Discussion
3022.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ If you can't beat 'em, join 'em_x005F_x000D_

A. Many times those who fight eventually become best of friends
B. If one has to give up fighting with some group because one can't win, band together with them
C. Not to hurt others. Instead, be friends with them.
D. To fight till you get acceptance to a group which does not initially accept you as a member
Answer» C. Not to hurt others. Instead, be friends with them.
Discussion
3023.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ to make from scratch_x005F_x000D_

A. The universe was created out of nothing
B. To do something from the beginning
C. To build something out of nothing
D. One scratch if neglected will destroy the structure eventually
Answer» C. To build something out of nothing
Discussion
3024.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ The elephant in the room

A. A very fat man
B. When a big person is finally trapped
C. An obvious problem that no one wants to discuss
D. One person who is strong enough to defeat everybody else
Answer» D. One person who is strong enough to defeat everybody else
Discussion
3025.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ You can say that again_x005F_x000D_

A. To challenge someone
B. To express agreement
C. To politely ask someone to repeat
D. A favourite story
Answer» C. To politely ask someone to repeat
Discussion
3026.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ X marks the spot_x005F_x000D_

A. A very popular place
B. Not to tell others of a fantastic discovery
C. The exact location
D. A secret hideout
Answer» D. A secret hideout
Discussion
3027.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ a rich source of something_x005F_x000D_

A. antecedent
B. lode
C. node
D. provenience
Answer» C. node
Discussion
3028.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ To kick the bucket_x005F_x000D_

A. to get angry
B. to die
C. to fall ill
D. to get hurt
Answer» C. to fall ill
Discussion
3029.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ To jump ship_x005F_x000D_

A. Climbing the career ladder
B. To jump to grab an opportunity
C. To leave an organization
D. To renounce great wealth
Answer» D. To renounce great wealth
Discussion
3030.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ A diamond in the rough_x005F_x000D_

A. Someone or something with potential or talent but lacking training or polish
B. A person who dresses shabbily
C. A diamond will shine out even when it is not polished.
D. A person of character will shine through even in tough times.
Answer» B. A person who dresses shabbily
Discussion
3031.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ To spill the beans_x005F_x000D_

A. To reveal secret information unintentionally
B. To lose inherited wealth
C. To spread rumours to intentionally harm someone
D. To spend away hard earned savings
Answer» B. To lose inherited wealth
Discussion
3032.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Be on the air_x005F_x000D_

A. Broadcast over the radio or on TV.
B. Float like a bird.
C. To pass bodily gases.
D. Be very arrogant.
Answer» B. Float like a bird.
Discussion
3033.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ To spin one's wheels_x005F_x000D_

A. to take a chance
B. to do a job quickly
C. to narrate someone a confusing story
D. to waste one's time
Answer» E.
Discussion
3034.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Easy come, easy go_x005F_x000D_

A. if you forcibly tie up a person in a relationship that person will run away
B. no matter what, one should never lose temper
C. every task is easy for a talented person
D. something acquired without effort may be lost without regret
Answer» E.
Discussion
3035.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Too many cooks spoil the broth_x005F_x000D_

A. it is always better to do a job independently
B. asking many people for advice will cause confusion, and the decision will never be made
C. if too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well
D. food is always cooked better if one person cooks it
Answer» D. food is always cooked better if one person cooks it
Discussion
3036.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Discretion is the greater part of valour_x005F_x000D_

A. To be brave in any situation
B. Caution is preferable to rash bravery
C. A genuinely brave person is always humble
D. If you are over-cautious then you cannot achieve great things
Answer» C. A genuinely brave person is always humble
Discussion
3037.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Necessity is the mother of invention_x005F_x000D_

A. solution to a problem is easy if one is sufficiently desperate
B. great inventions happen only if you are desperate
C. there is always a mother behind every great scientist who has invented something
D. when the need for something becomes essential, you are forced to find ways of getting it
Answer» E.
Discussion
3038.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Beauty is in the eye of the beholder_x005F_x000D_

A. The world is beautiful if one can see it that way
B. To see only beautiful things if one wants to make his life beautiful
C. That which one person finds beautiful or admirable may not appeal to another
D. For an infatuated person even bad qualities of the beloved appear good
Answer» D. For an infatuated person even bad qualities of the beloved appear good
Discussion
3039.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ By the seat of one's pants_x005F_x000D_

A. When one is saved in the nick of time
B. Your future depends on what choices you make now
C. To do it using only one's own experience and judgment
D. Nothing worthwhile can be achieved if you sit in one place
Answer» D. Nothing worthwhile can be achieved if you sit in one place
Discussion
3040.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Chink in one's armour_x005F_x000D_

A. A spotless shield tells that the person has not yet fought any war
B. A small crack if not repaired will break the shield
C. An area of vulnerability
D. One's primary defence system against loss or injury
Answer» D. One's primary defence system against loss or injury
Discussion
3041.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Crocodile tears_x005F_x000D_

A. To feel sad for another person's misfortunes
B. To laugh so much that your eyes start to water
C. A person whose sadness is never noticed
D. Expressions of sorrow that are insincere
Answer» E.
Discussion
3042.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Have a blast_x005F_x000D_

A. A party with very loud music
B. To have peace amidst noise
C. To have a lot of fun
D. An explosion of happiness
Answer» D. An explosion of happiness
Discussion
3043.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Ignorance is bliss_x005F_x000D_

A. Lack of knowledge is a curse
B. Sometimes it is better for you if you do not know all the facts
C. Fools believe they know more than the wise
D. To be truly happy one should ignore everything else
Answer» C. Fools believe they know more than the wise
Discussion
3044.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Spin one's wheels_x005F_x000D_

A. Keep bragging about oneself
B. Try your luck
C. Expel much effort for little or no gain
D. Start a long journey
Answer» D. Start a long journey
Discussion
3045.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Rat race_x005F_x000D_

A. Make others fight for scraps and get sadistic pleasure out of it
B. Be an oppressive boss and treat employees like animals
C. A way of life in which people are caught up in a fiercely competitive struggle for wealth or power
D. Play games with the lives of other people and see them run aimlesly
Answer» D. Play games with the lives of other people and see them run aimlesly
Discussion
3046.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ To take the cake

A. To have something unexpectedly good to eat
B. To get a lovely gift
C. To grab the prize before others
D. To to be especially good; outstanding
Answer» E.
Discussion
3047.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ The best of both worlds

A. To live like a saint so that you are the best in the living world as well as the heavens
B. To be lucky in life as well as in death
C. The benefits of widely differing situations, enjoyed at the same time
D. To be popular amongst both the opposing groups
Answer» D. To be popular amongst both the opposing groups
Discussion
3048.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ to shoot the breeze_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_

A. To do random acts hoping one will be successful
B. To have a casual conversation
C. To release stomach gases
D. To brag about some mild achievement
Answer» C. To release stomach gases
Discussion
3049.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ To put the cat among the pigeons_x005F_x000D_

A. To hunt easy prey
B. To be different in a group where everybody is alike
C. To do something that is likely to cause controversy
D. When the entire group feels trapped in a bad situation
Answer» D. When the entire group feels trapped in a bad situation
Discussion
3050.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Wild goose chase

A. A hopeless search for something unattainable
B. An adventurous trip full of surprises
C. To waste a lot of time and effort for small returns
D. To have fun doing a certain task
Answer» B. An adventurous trip full of surprises
Discussion