Idioms and Phrases questions and answers Practice Question and Answer

Q:

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Up against the wall

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    In an inextricable situation
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    Performing well in a difficult or competitive situation
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    To take care of themselves and their own interests and safety
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    In a disorderly fashion
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Answer : 1. "In an inextricable situation"

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In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Reap the whirlwind

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    An indication that something is accepted or regarded favourably
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    Believing that moderation is more satisfying than excess
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    Providing that other factors or circumstance remain the same
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    Suffer negative consequences as a result of one’s actions
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Answer : 4. "Suffer negative consequences as a result of one’s actions"

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In the following questions a statement has been given with highlighted text. Select the options that can replace the text with correct idiom or phrase.

Reginald betrayed his closest friend. It was big shock for all.

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    Stab someone in the back
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    Looking to your laurels
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    A black sheep
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    Every cloud has a silver lining
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Answer : 1. "Stab someone in the back"
Explanation :

Stab someone in the back. This idiom means betraying or harming someone who trusted you.


Q:

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

dead ringer

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    a competition whose outcome is already decided (by unfair means)
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    a candidate fraudulently substituted for another in a competition
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    a person who was in a situation to warn others is now missing
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    a warning which comes too late, after the damage is done
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Answer : 2. "a candidate fraudulently substituted for another in a competition"

Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Bend over backwards

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    To express sudden shock
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    To exert a lot of effort towards some end
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    To end all activities
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    To confess to a crime
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Answer : 2. "To exert a lot of effort towards some end"

Q:

Select the correct option of the idiom/phrase.

"A big draw"

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    To irritate or annoy someone
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    To get attraction/attention/success
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    Feel very excited or anxious while waiting
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    Main idea or gist
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Answer : 2. "To get attraction/attention/success"

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Upset the apple-cart

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    Withdraw
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    Spoil careful plans
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    Consider unsatisfactory
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    To be offended
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Answer : 2. "Spoil careful plans"
Explanation :

poil careful plans. This idiom means to disrupt or ruin well-laid plans.

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