Idioms and Phrases MCQs

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Q11.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To smell a rat
Discuss
Answer: (c).To suspect foul dealings
Q12.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To hit the nail right on the head
Discuss
Answer: (a).To do the right thing
Q13.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To set one's face against
Discuss
Answer: (a).To oppose with determination
Q14.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To cry wolf
Discuss
Answer: (b).To give false alarm
Q15.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To end in smoke
Discuss
Answer: (b).To ruin oneself
Q16.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To be above board
Discuss
Answer: (b).To be honest in any business deal
Q17.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To put one's hand to plough
Discuss
Answer: (b).To take a difficult task
Q18.
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, D (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To pick holes
Discuss
Answer: (c).To criticise someone
Q19.
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.

Discipline is "on the wane" in schools and colleges these days.
Discuss
Answer: (a).declining
Q20.
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.

In spite of the efforts of all peace loving people, world peace is still a "far cry".
Discuss
Answer: (d).a long way off