Idioms and phrases MCQs

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Q.121 Select the correct meaning of get a grip
A To hold tightly onto a railing
B To control your emotions and behave calmly
C To purchase new tires for a car
D To forcefully seize an object
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Q.122 What is the meaning of the idiom give it a whirl
A To spin around in a circle rapidly
B To try something new or attempt a task
C To abandon a project completely
D To thoroughly mix liquid ingredients
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Q.123 Choose the correct meaning of go back to square one
A To revisit a childhood home
B To start a process all over again because it failed
C To master the basics of a subject
D To win a board game easily
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Q.124 Identify the meaning of the idiom hang in there
A To suspend an object from the ceiling
B To remain persistent and not give up during tough times
C To wait indefinitely for a response
D To literally hang tightly onto a rope
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Q.125 What does the idiom hit the books mean
A To physically slap a pile of books
B To begin studying hard
C To destroy a library
D To accidentally drop your textbooks
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Q.126 Select the correct meaning of in the same boat
A Traveling together on a ship
B Being in the same difficult situation as someone else
C Sharing the exact same opinions
D Working for the same shipping company
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Q.127 What is the meaning of the idiom keep your fingers crossed
A To perform a magical hand gesture
B To hope that something will happen the way you want
C To lie intentionally to a friend
D To experience pain in your hand joints
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Q.128 Choose the correct meaning of let the dust settle
A To refuse to clean a dirty house
B To wait until a chaotic situation becomes calm and clear
C To stir up trouble deliberately
D To finish construction work
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Q.129 Identify the meaning of the idiom lose your touch
A To permanently lose feeling in your hands
B To lose the ability to do something as well as you used to
C To forget how to use modern technology
D To stop communicating with old friends
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Q.130 What does the idiom make ends meet mean
A To connect two pieces of a broken rope
B To earn just enough money to pay for basic living expenses
C To finish a long and difficult journey
D To compromise during a tough negotiation
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Q.131 Select the correct meaning of off the top of my head
A Wearing a hat incorrectly
B Giving information immediately from memory without checking
C Suffering from a minor headache
D Speaking without any logical sense
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Q.132 What is the meaning of the idiom piece of mind
A A feeling of deep inner tranquility
B Expressing your anger or strong opinion to someone
C A segment of a psychological study
D Sharing a secret openly
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Q.133 Choose the correct meaning of pitch in
A To throw a baseball perfectly
B To help out or contribute to a shared task
C To set up a tent in the wilderness
D To aggressively complain about work
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Q.134 Identify the meaning of the idiom pull strings
A To play a stringed musical instrument
B To secretly use influence to gain an advantage
C To untangle a complex knot
D To physically drag an object
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Q.135 What does the idiom ring a bell mean
A To sound familiar or spark a memory
B To announce the end of a school day
C To aggressively alert someone of danger
D To fix a broken doorbell
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Q.136 Select the correct meaning of start from scratch
A To relieve an itchy rash immediately
B To begin completely over from the very beginning
C To accidentally damage a surface
D To win a game with a huge margin
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Q.137 What is the meaning of the idiom take the plunge
A To dive into a cold swimming pool
B To finally commit to doing something important and risky
C To accidentally fall down stairs
D To quickly run away from danger
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Q.138 Choose the correct meaning of tip of the iceberg
A The coldest point in winter
B A small noticeable part of a much larger hidden problem
C The highest peak of a mountain
D A refreshing icy beverage
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Q.139 Identify the meaning of the idiom up to speed
A Driving a vehicle at the maximum legal limit
B Being fully informed about the latest developments
C Feeling completely exhausted after running
D Processing data extremely quickly
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Q.140 What does the idiom a hard nut to crack mean
A A person who is very quiet and shy
B A problem that is very difficult to solve
C A physical fight between two strangers
D A task that requires physical strength
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Q.141 Identify the meaning of the idiom a storm in a teacup
A A devastating natural disaster
B A big fuss or argument over a minor issue
C A brewing political rebellion
D A highly successful tea business
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Q.142 Choose the correct meaning of achilles heel
A A person's only weak point
B A very strong foundation
C A painful foot injury
D A secret weapon used in war
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Q.143 What is the meaning of the idiom at the eleventh hour
A Arriving very early for an appointment
B Working continuously for eleven hours
C At the last possible moment before it is too late
D Missing a crucial deadline
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Q.144 Select the correct meaning of apple of ones eye
A A very healthy and nutritious fruit
B A person who is cherished above all others
C A completely clear vision
D An object of great financial value
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Q.145 What does the idiom bad blood mean
A A rare medical condition
B Hostility or ill feeling between people
C A completely failed scientific experiment
D A history of criminal behavior in a family
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Q.146 Choose the correct meaning for the idiom bear the brunt of
A To face an angry wild animal
B To endure the worst part or the main force of something bad
C To violently attack an opponent
D To happily accept a difficult challenge
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Q.147 Identify the meaning of the idiom bed of roses
A A beautiful garden setting
B A situation of ease comfort and luxury
C A romantic proposal
D A situation filled with hidden dangers
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Q.148 What does between the devil and the deep blue sea mean
A Being stranded on a deserted island
B Facing a choice between two equally undesirable alternatives
C Sailing through extremely dangerous waters
D Making a deal with a dangerous criminal
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Q.149 Select the correct meaning of bite your tongue
A To intentionally stay silent or stop yourself from saying something
B To accidentally cause physical pain while eating
C To speak very rudely to an elder
D To stutter while giving a speech
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Q.150 What is the meaning of the idiom black sheep
A A rare and valuable farm animal
B A family member regarded as a disgrace or failure
C A person who is exceptionally lucky
D A dark and stormy night
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