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English – Idioms & Phrases – Set 30
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- The test contains 20 questions.
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This free practice set from AndamanJobs has 20 questions to be solved in 10 minutes. Every question is listed below with four options. Open Show answer and explanation under a question to see the correct option and why it is correct. Try the timed test above first, then use this list to revise the questions you got wrong.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase On the double?
- A. at a fast pace
- B. out of order
- C. between two undesirable things
- D. on the verge of collapse
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Answer: A. at a fast pace
On the double means: at a fast pace.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Over one’s head?
- A. something totally unexpected
- B. unable to function as before
- C. beyond one’s capability to understand something
- D. being at a disadvantage
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Answer: C. beyond one’s capability to understand something
Over one’s head means: beyond one’s capability to understand something.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase A fair weather friend?
- A. an unreliable friend
- B. a friend turned into an enemy
- C. a jealous friend
- D. a dependable friend
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Answer: A. an unreliable friend
A fair weather friend means: an unreliable friend.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Take exception?
- A. object to
- B. deny
- C. care for
- D. appreciate
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Answer: A. object to
Take exception means: object to.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase To call the shots?
- A. to lack control
- B. to be blissfully happy
- C. to be in debt
- D. to be the person in charge
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Answer: D. to be the person in charge
To call the shots means: to be the person in charge.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
She felt like a fish out of water at her new job.- A. happy and free
- B. angry and hurt
- C. comfortable and relaxed
- D. uncomfortable and restless
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Answer: D. uncomfortable and restless
Correct answer: uncomfortable and restless.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
Information technology has developed by leaps and bounds.- A. through unfair me
- B. at a rapid pace
- C. in far off places
- D. very gradually
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Answer: B. at a rapid pace
Correct answer: at a rapid pace.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
Her success as a singer was a nine days’ wonder.- A. a short-lived sensation
- B. an impossible feat
- C. eternal fame
- D. a proud achievement
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Answer: A. a short-lived sensation
Correct answer: a short-lived sensation.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
His comments cast a slur upon the integrity of his manager.- A. praised
- B. damaged
- C. improved
- D. redeemed
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Answer: B. damaged
Correct answer: damaged.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
If the audit report shows anomalies, the finance manager will be brought to book.- A. supported fully
- B. given a promotion
- C. held accountable
- D. rewarded suitably
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Answer: C. held accountable
Correct answer: held accountable.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
If we lay our heads together, we will surely find a solution.- A. work in isolation
- B. rest for a while
- C. take a break
- D. work in consultation
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Answer: D. work in consultation
Correct answer: work in consultation.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase up to the mark?
- A. of the desired height
- B. more than expected
- C. lacking in maturity
- D. up to the required standard
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Answer: D. up to the required standard
up to the mark means: up to the required standard.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
The threat of the pandemic is not just a cry in the wilderness.- A. an unheeded warning
- B. mourning for the loss
- C. tears of sorrow
- D. spreading rumours
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Answer: A. an unheeded warning
Correct answer: an unheeded warning.
- Choose the option that best fits the idiom or phrase:
The news of a leopard in the city spread like wild fire.- A. spread rapidly
- B. caused fear
- C. spread slowly
- D. caused damage
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Answer: A. spread rapidly
Correct answer: spread rapidly.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Do a good turn?
- A. Render a service
- B. Wait for a turn
- C. Make a profit
- D. Return a gift
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Answer: A. Render a service
Do a good turn means: Render a service.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Blow one’s own trumpet?
- A. Praise oneself
- B. Rely on oneself
- C. Criticise others
- D. Respect others
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Answer: A. Praise oneself
Blow one’s own trumpet means: Praise oneself.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Carry the day?
- A. Win a victory
- B. Lead an army
- C. Lift a heavy load
- D. Bear the burden
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Answer: A. Win a victory
Carry the day means: Win a victory.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Eye-wash?
- A. A deception
- B. A consideration
- C. An operation
- D. An inspiration
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Answer: A. A deception
Eye-wash means: A deception.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase Cry over spilt milk?
- A. To blame others
- B. To shout slog
- C. To find a solution
- D. To regret uselessly
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Answer: D. To regret uselessly
Cry over spilt milk means: To regret uselessly.
- What is the meaning of the idiom / phrase First and foremost?
- A. After everything else
- B. Most difficult task
- C. Most important aspect
- D. Far from the truth
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Answer: C. Most important aspect
First and foremost means: Most important aspect.