Idiom and Phrases Quiz for Competitive Exams
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A fair weather friend
(A) an unreliable friend
(B) a dependable friend
(C) a friend turned into an enemy
(D) a jealous friend
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The given idiom is 'a fair-weather friend'. This idiom means - a person whose friendship cannot be relied on in times of difficulty. For example: Don't rely on her, she is a fair-weather friend.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Breath of fresh air
(A) a peaceful and relaxing place
(B) someone with a pleasant voice
(C) a high-priced and expensive thing
(D) someone or something new and refreshing
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The correct answer is "someone or something new and refreshing". Given Idiom: Breath of fresh air means someone or something that makes a situation feel new, different, and exciting. For example, The beautiful new paint colour is a breath of fresh air for the office.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Take exception
(A) appreciate
(B) object to
(C) care for
(D) deny
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom is 'Object to'. The definition of it is as follows: Take exception: Disagree with, object to, or to be offended or made angry by something or someone.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To call the shots(A) to be the person in charge
(B) to be blissfully happy
(C) to be in debt
(D) to lack control
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The correct answer is "to be the person in charge". Key Points. Given Idiom: To call the shots means to be the person in charge, to have control over the progress of a situation. For example, With no boss to call the shots, he drew ideas from all over.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
She felt like a fish out of water at her new job.
(A) angry and hurt
(B) comfortable and relaxed
(C) uncomfortable and restless
(D) happy and free
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
someone who is uncomfortable in a specific situation: I felt like a fish out of water at my new school.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Information technology has developed by leaps and bounds.
(A) at a rapid pace
(B) very gradually
(C) through unfair means
(D) in far off places
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The correct answer is at a rapid pace. Given Idiom: By leaps and bounds means rapidly or in fast progress.
Define the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Hobson's choice
(A) To choose the best option
(B) To choose the worst option
(C) A choice forced upon someone
(D) A choice that is prejudiced
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
a situation in which it seems that you can choose between different things or actions, but there is really only one thing that you can take or do: a case of Hobson's choice It's a case of Hobson's choice, because if I don't agree to their terms, I'll lose my job.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.
I was like a fish out of water in the new firm.
(A) Nosy yet firm
(B) Very adventurous
(C) Always comfortable
(D) Being uncomfortable and restless
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The correct answer is 'To be uncomfortable'. The most appropriate word for the given idiom 'Fish out of water' is 'To be uncomfortable'. Example: I felt like a fish out of water at my new school.
Since he knew what would happen, he should be left to 'stew in his own juice'.
(A) Make a stew
(B) Boil
(C) Suffer in his own juice
(D) Suffer for his own act
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The idiom/phrase "stew in one's own juice" means to suffer the consequences of one's own actions or decisions. In this sentence, the speaker is suggesting that since the person knew what would happen and still made the decision, they should suffer the consequences.
Trust Ria’s mother to spill the beans as she sees no reason why she shouldn’t do it.
(A) Reveal the secret
(B) Arrive at the wrong time
(C) To make unkind statements about someone
(D) To praise one’s own achievement
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
An idiom is a phrase or expression that typically presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. The above idiom refers to reveal secret information unintentionally or indiscreetly.
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