In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.

Mutual discourse

Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

The Earl of Leicester threw down the glove. 

Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

His argument cut no ice with me.

Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

Flies off at a tangent

Direction: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given sentence.

Some shots were fired at random.

Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

He is always in a mood to draw a long bow.

He was out of spirits for a few days after his defeat. 

The students of that group have assured their project guide that they will all work against the clock.