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This section includes 5516 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your General Knowledge knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 3051. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ Thumb one's nose |
| A. | an illÂ-mannered person |
| B. | to show affection |
| C. | to scold a naughty person |
| D. | to express scorn |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3052. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ Through thick and thin |
| A. | To be together under all circumstances, no matter how difficult |
| B. | None of the days are alike. Some are good and some are bad |
| C. | To pass through various types of obstacles |
| D. | An obese person suddenly losing weight |
| Answer» B. None of the days are alike. Some are good and some are bad | |
| 3053. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Don't put all your eggs in one basket |
| A. | avoid risky ventures if you want to be successful in life |
| B. | don't risk everything on the success of one venture |
| C. | one should try multiple things, at least one will succeed |
| D. | those who are blessed with more children are happier |
| Answer» C. one should try multiple things, at least one will succeed | |
| 3054. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ To bite the bullet |
| A. | Hatred should be nipped in the bud |
| B. | To do something difficult that one has been hesitating over |
| C. | To punish someone who was later found to be not guilty |
| D. | To prevent someone form getting killed |
| Answer» C. To punish someone who was later found to be not guilty | |
| 3055. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ Familiarity breeds contempt |
| A. | close association with someone leads to a loss of respect for them |
| B. | if you do an undesirable thing daily then it becomes acceptable |
| C. | too many people living closely will eventually cause bitterness |
| D. | routine has to be broken to bring excitement to life |
| Answer» B. if you do an undesirable thing daily then it becomes acceptable | |
| 3056. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ To bite off more than one can chew |
| A. | To take on a commitment that one cannot fulfill |
| B. | A task which has unexpectedly become very difficult |
| C. | A greedy person will always suffer |
| D. | To grab a share more than what is rightfully theirs |
| Answer» B. A task which has unexpectedly become very difficult | |
| 3057. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Up a blind alley |
| A. | hiding something intentionally from another person |
| B. | not warning a person who is in danger |
| C. | one can enjoy thrills only if one takes risk |
| D. | following a course of action that is certain to lead to an undesirable outcome |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3058. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Turn a blind eye |
| A. | Not able to see the obvious truth |
| B. | Hide the ugly truth from someone |
| C. | Pretend not to notice |
| D. | Stay away from bad habits |
| Answer» D. Stay away from bad habits | |
| 3059. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Rule of thumb |
| A. | A rough unit of measure for small lengths |
| B. | A broadly accurate guide based on practice |
| C. | To force someone to work against his wish |
| D. | To use your power to ensure discipline |
| Answer» C. To force someone to work against his wish | |
| 3060. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Rome was not built in a day |
| A. | It takes time to create great things |
| B. | You have to win many wars to build an empire |
| C. | A task done hurriedly fails completely |
| D. | Building anything worth while requires skill |
| Answer» B. You have to win many wars to build an empire | |
| 3061. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ good Samaritan |
| A. | a very rich but humble person |
| B. | a person who helps others but with a hidden cause |
| C. | a charitable or helpful person |
| D. | a person who accepts defeat sportingly |
| Answer» D. a person who accepts defeat sportingly | |
| 3062. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ graveyard shift |
| A. | to work in a very scary place |
| B. | a place where one is forced to work so hard that it almost kills you |
| C. | to work with a team where everybody else is very lazy |
| D. | a work shift that runs through the early morning hours |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3063. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ A thorn in the flesh |
| A. | A minor discomfort which is easily ignored. |
| B. | To fight despite being injured. |
| C. | A source of continual annoyance or trouble. |
| D. | A person within close family whom you secretly hate. |
| Answer» D. A person within close family whom you secretly hate. | |
| 3064. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Â _x005F_x000D_ A wet blanket |
| A. | A safety net of precaution from fires. |
| B. | A person who discourages enjoyment or enthusiasm. |
| C. | An extremely uncomfortable place to sleep. |
| D. | A trick to shoo away unwelcome guests._x005F_x000D_ |
| Answer» C. An extremely uncomfortable place to sleep. | |
| 3065. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ great minds think alike |
| A. | it is said when two people have the same opinion |
| B. | it is said when clever people think rationally |
| C. | since there is only one truth , the great philosophers have reached on similar conclusions |
| D. | scientists and philosophers easily become friends |
| Answer» B. it is said when clever people think rationally | |
| 3066. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ to have an axe to grind |
| A. | sharpening your skills in anticipation of future challenges |
| B. | to have a private reason for doing something |
| C. | preparing for a fight |
| D. | getting ready for work or a new project |
| Answer» C. preparing for a fight | |
| 3067. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ All thumbs_x005F_x000D_ |
| A. | Permission from the concerned people to go ahead. |
| B. | A crowd cheering their favourite team. |
| C. | Physically awkward, especially with respect to the hands. |
| D. | An illiterate person who cannot sign his name. |
| Answer» C. Physically awkward, especially with respect to the hands. | |
| 3068. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Sixth sense |
| A. | An intuitive power of perception |
| B. | A strong power of sense |
| C. | An ability to perceive when something will go wrong |
| D. | The false feeling that you know the truth |
| Answer» B. A strong power of sense | |
| 3069. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Be left stranded |
| A. | Unable to leave somewhere because of a problem. |
| B. | Suffer a bad hair day. |
| C. | Having only a single thing to hold on to save yourself. |
| D. | To be the last person on whom the blame falls on eventually. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3070. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Back to the drawing board |
| A. | An idea has been unsuccessful and that a new one must be devised |
| B. | A person decides his own fate |
| C. | All efforts can be wasted because of one mistake |
| D. | One always returns to his roots in times of crisis |
| Answer» B. A person decides his own fate | |
| 3071. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Smell a rat |
| A. | To sense that events will not be in one's favour |
| B. | To begin to suspect trickery or deception |
| C. | To be forewarned of danger to oneself |
| D. | To prevent calamity by chance |
| Answer» C. To be forewarned of danger to oneself | |
| 3072. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Bed of roses |
| A. | What may look comfortable may have hidden thorns |
| B. | A situation or activity that is comfortable or easy |
| C. | A warm welcome to a loved one |
| D. | One needs to be extremely rich to live a luxurious life |
| Answer» C. A warm welcome to a loved one | |
| 3073. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Whistle in the dark |
| A. | Pretend to be unafraid |
| B. | A ray of hope in the worst of times |
| C. | See a ghost while dreaming |
| D. | Be blind and fall into a trap |
| Answer» B. A ray of hope in the worst of times | |
| 3074. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Put one's foot down |
| A. | Give up easily without a fight |
| B. | Learn to dance inspite of being clumsy |
| C. | Adopt a firm policy when faced with opposition or disobedience |
| D. | Take the first step of a very long difficult journey |
| Answer» D. Take the first step of a very long difficult journey | |
| 3075. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Spin one's wheels |
| 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 | |
| 3076. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ On thin ice |
| A. | To keep failing after repeated efforts |
| B. | To endure a harsh winter |
| C. | To keep one's cool even in a tough situation |
| D. | In a precarious or risky situation |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3077. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Rat race |
| 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 | |
| 3078. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To hit the nail on the head |
| A. | To take out frustration by beating a person |
| B. | To make a wrong decision |
| C. | To find exactly the right answer |
| D. | To unwittingly fall into a trap |
| Answer» D. To unwittingly fall into a trap | |
| 3079. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To Have bitten off more than you can chew |
| A. | To eat voraciously and then fall sick |
| B. | To behave disrespectfully towards elders and then repent the act |
| C. | To have tried to do something which is too difficult |
| D. | To have missed a golden opportunity and after that willing to put twice the effort to recover the loss |
| Answer» D. To have missed a golden opportunity and after that willing to put twice the effort to recover the loss | |
| 3080. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To make up one's mind |
| A. | To be prepared for unfavourable outcomes |
| B. | To make a decision; decide |
| C. | To overcome intense grief |
| D. | To psyche oneself into believing that the task at hand is not impossible |
| Answer» C. To overcome intense grief | |
| 3081. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To have a finger in every pie |
| A. | To Fight with everybody |
| B. | To be involved in a large and varied number of activities or enterprises |
| C. | To make fun of everybody |
| D. | To leave every job unfinished |
| Answer» C. To make fun of everybody | |
| 3082. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Out of print |
| A. | Not able to print due to being short on paper |
| B. | A book no longer available from the publisher |
| C. | Intentionally not mention some items in the article or book |
| D. | All publishers refuse to publish your book |
| Answer» C. Intentionally not mention some items in the article or book | |
| 3083. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To go to somebody's head |
| A. | To have a huge ego |
| B. | To complain to the highest authority |
| C. | To make someone dizzy or slightly drunk |
| D. | To arrive at the central point of the topic |
| Answer» D. To arrive at the central point of the topic | |
| 3084. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To make amends |
| A. | To make new friends |
| B. | To feel guilty for something you have not done |
| C. | To compensate |
| D. | To make flimsy excuses |
| Answer» D. To make flimsy excuses | |
| 3085. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Beat around the bush |
| A. | To treat a topic, but omit its main points, often intentionally. |
| B. | Talk bad about a person, often in the absence of that person. |
| C. | Spend a fun jovial time. |
| D. | It is wise to ignore hardships and continue with your task. |
| Answer» B. Talk bad about a person, often in the absence of that person. | |
| 3086. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Achilles' heel |
| A. | A fatal weakness in spite of overall strength. |
| B. | A secret weapon to be used as a last resort. |
| C. | A past deed which one is trying to hide. |
| D. | The person who is blamed if anything goes wrong. |
| Answer» B. A secret weapon to be used as a last resort. | |
| 3087. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Make an ass out of |
| A. | Cause someone or oneself to look foolish or stupid |
| B. | Work very hard like a donkey |
| C. | Be smart but act dumb |
| D. | Make a mistake |
| Answer» B. Work very hard like a donkey | |
| 3088. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Go for a song |
| A. | One's favourite music |
| B. | Happy go lucky attitude |
| C. | Sold cheaply |
| D. | Something which is prohibitively expensive |
| Answer» D. Something which is prohibitively expensive | |
| 3089. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Keep under one's hat |
| A. | Keep all your wealth in your home |
| B. | To keep something a secret |
| C. | Steal and hide something |
| D. | Take care of somebody else's valuables given to you for safe keeping |
| Answer» C. Steal and hide something | |
| 3090. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Get on the nerves |
| A. | To be an irritant |
| B. | To lose confidence |
| C. | To become very sensitive; cry easily |
| D. | To become very strong emotionally |
| Answer» B. To lose confidence | |
| 3091. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Alphabet soup |
| A. | A beautiful poem. |
| B. | A text which nourishes your soul. |
| C. | A book that is close to your heart. |
| D. | A confusing or confused mixture of things |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3092. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ At short notice |
| A. | With little warning or time for preparation. |
| B. | To ignore something important at your own peril. |
| C. | To notice a small leak which can sink a ship. |
| D. | Inform somebody that they are fired from a job. |
| Answer» B. To ignore something important at your own peril. | |
| 3093. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Not one's cup of tea |
| A. | To stop having breakfast |
| B. | To accept defeat even before attempting to take up the challenge |
| C. | To be satisfied with less |
| D. | Not one's choice or preference |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3094. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To have something on the brain |
| A. | To be obsessed with something |
| B. | To be ready with an immediate smart witty reply |
| C. | To unable to solve a particularly difficult philosophical problem |
| D. | To think wistfully about past life |
| Answer» B. To be ready with an immediate smart witty reply | |
| 3095. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ Once and for all |
| A. | Now and for the last time; finally |
| B. | To be successful in the first attempt |
| C. | To do a charitable act for the benefit of everybody |
| D. | To speak for the majority |
| Answer» B. To be successful in the first attempt | |
| 3096. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ In bad taste |
| A. | Not suitable or offensive |
| B. | To be a bad cook |
| C. | To have a poor choice of fashion style |
| D. | To epress honest harsh opinion about someone or something |
| Answer» B. To be a bad cook | |
| 3097. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To be on cloud nine |
| A. | To extremely happy |
| B. | To feely lucky |
| C. | To experience the feeling of being intoxicated |
| D. | To make one last attempt |
| Answer» B. To feely lucky | |
| 3098. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To heave a sigh of relief |
| A. | To ecome very tired with routine or boring work |
| B. | To suddenly feel very happy because something unpleasant has not happened or has ended |
| C. | To Feel extremely sad over someone else's misfortune |
| D. | To Feel silent anger over real or perceived injustice |
| Answer» C. To Feel extremely sad over someone else's misfortune | |
| 3099. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To make a fuss about |
| A. | To be extremely delighted |
| B. | To work hard for eventual success |
| C. | To be very strict or have very high standards |
| D. | An excessive display of attention or activity |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3100. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase._x005F_x000D_ To go off the air |
| A. | To remove ventilator of a patient on his death bed |
| B. | To not eat food for a long period of time |
| C. | To stop broadcasting a radio or TV program |
| D. | To waste time on silly or trivial things |
| Answer» D. To waste time on silly or trivial things | |