Idioms and Phrases MCQs

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Q111.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Although he has failed in the written examination, he is using "backstairs influence" to get the job.
Discuss
Answer: (d).Secret and unfair influence
Q112.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

The teacher warned the student "once for all" that no mischief shall be tolerated in the class.
Discuss
Answer: (b).finally
Q113.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

I hope it will not "put you out" If I am late.
Discuss
Answer: (b).irritate you
Q114.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Govind has left his country "for good".
Discuss
Answer: (c).forever
Q115.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Sanjay was the real "power behind the throne" and all politicians were aware of this.
Discuss
Answer: (a).The person who had the real control and power
Q116.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

His friends "let him down".
Discuss
Answer: (a).failed
Q117.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

I felt "like a fish out" of water among all those business tycoons.
Discuss
Answer: (c).uncomfortable
Q118.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Some people now wonder whether we just "pay lip-service" or genuinely subscribe to democracy.
Discuss
Answer: (d).show only outward respect
Q119.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Don't "thrust your nose" into my affairs.
Discuss
Answer: (d).Meddle officiously in
Q120.
Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in quotation marks in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

He visits the doctor "off and on".
Discuss
Answer: (d).occasionally