Idioms and phrases MCQs

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Q.211 Choose the correct meaning of in black and white
A Watching an old vintage television
B In written or printed form making it absolute and clear
C Seeing things with absolutely no compromise
D Wearing formal clothing to an event
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Q.212 Identify the meaning of the idiom in full swing
A Playing enthusiastically on a playground
B At the highest level of activity or operation
C Failing rapidly and visibly
D A violent physical alteration
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Q.213 What does the idiom in the good books mean
A To be featured in a popular novel
B To be in someone's favor or approval
C To read completely accurate information
D To owe a large amount of money
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Q.214 Select the correct meaning of in the limelight
A Standing under a green street lamp
B At the center of public attention or fame
C Suffering from a harsh public humiliation
D Hiding from the press completely
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Q.215 What is the meaning of the idiom in the red
A Wearing a bright crimson outfit
B Owing money or operating at a financial loss
C Being incredibly embarrassed
D Experiencing extreme anger
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Q.216 Choose the correct meaning of iron will
A A tool used for blacksmithing
B An unwavering determination and strong resolve
C A legal document made of metal
D A completely inflexible and stubborn attitude
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Q.217 Identify the meaning of the idiom ivory tower
A A tall white building in a city center
B A state of privileged seclusion from the practicalities of the real world
C An expensive item that has no real use
D A very difficult puzzle to solve
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Q.218 What does the idiom jack of all trades mean
A A person who is terrible at everything
B A person who can do many different types of work but is not necessarily an expert in any
C A specialized master of one specific craft
D A tool used for multiple mechanical repairs
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Q.219 Select the correct meaning of keep at bay
A To anchor a ship near the shore
B To prevent someone or something from coming near or causing harm
C To violently attack a wild animal
D To preserve food in a cold place
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Q.220 What is the meaning of the idiom kick the bucket
A To physically strike a container
B To pass away or die
C To angrily resign from a job
D To suddenly abandon a plan
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Q.221 Choose the correct meaning of knee jerk reaction
A A severe pain in the joints
B An automatic unthinking and immediate response
C A slow and thoroughly planned decision
D A defensive move in martial arts
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Q.222 Identify the meaning of the idiom knock on wood
A To build a wooden structure
B To express a wish that something will or will not occur or to avoid jinxing good luck
C To knock loudly on a door repeatedly
D To test the quality of timber
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Q.223 What does the idiom know the ropes mean
A To be an expert in sailing and knot tying
B To be familiar with the details or procedures of a job or operation
C To strictly enforce disciplinary rules
D To tie up a package securely
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Q.224 Select the correct meaning of lame duck
A An injured farm animal
B An official in the final period of office after the election of a successor
C A completely useless piece of technology
D A very poor excuse for failing a task
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Q.225 What is the meaning of the idiom left in the lurch
A Standing on a very steep slope
B Abandoned or deserted in a difficult situation
C Suddenly experiencing intense dizziness
D Pushed aside violently in a crowd
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Q.226 Choose the correct meaning of lions share
A A ferocious attack by a predator
B The largest or major portion of something
C A very small and unfair portion
D A completely equal distribution
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Q.227 Identify the meaning of the idiom loaves and fishes
A A very modest and simple meal
B Material benefits or personal gains
C A miracle that cannot be explained
D An overly lavish banquet
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Q.228 What does the idiom lose face mean
A To physically injure one's head
B To suffer a loss of respect or humiliation
C To forget someone's appearance completely
D To wear a mask to hide one's identity
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Q.229 Select the correct meaning of maiden speech
A A speech given by a young unmarried woman
B The first speech given by a newly elected politician or official
C A speech that is completely factually incorrect
D A very emotional and tearful farewell speech
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Q.230 What is the meaning of the idiom make a beeline for
A To act violently like an angry insect
B To head straight towards someone or something quickly
C To create a complex and winding path
D To extract honey from a hive
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Q.231 Choose the correct meaning of make amends
A To mend torn clothing
B To compensate or apologize for a mistake or injury
C To drastically alter a legal document
D To completely ignore a past argument
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Q.232 Identify the meaning of the idiom man of straw
A A person who works exclusively on farms
B A weak person or an argument that is easily defeated
C A very sturdy and dependable individual
D A scarecrow used to frighten birds
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Q.233 What does the idiom nip in the bud mean
A To carefully prune a rosebush
B To stop something at an early stage before it becomes a problem
C To physically attack someone suddenly
D To ignore a minor issue completely
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Q.234 Select the correct meaning of null and void
A An empty and dark space
B Having no legal force or validity
C A completely emotionless state
D A highly valuable and binding contract
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Q.235 What is the meaning of the idiom off the cuff
A Wearing informal clothing with rolled up sleeves
B Speaking without preparation or rehearsal
C Physically restraining someone aggressively
D Being completely disconnected from reality
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Q.236 Choose the correct meaning of old school
A A deteriorated and ruined educational building
B Traditional or conservative in style or thinking
C A completely outdated and useless piece of machinery
D Refusing to learn anything new ever
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Q.237 Identify the meaning of the idiom on the brink of
A Standing precariously on a high cliff
B Very close to experiencing or doing something usually something momentous
C Completely submerged in deep water
D Refusing to acknowledge an imminent danger
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Q.238 What does the idiom out of the woods mean
A To literally walk out of a forest
B To be free from danger or a very difficult situation
C To build a house using non timber materials
D To act wildly and unpredictably
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Q.239 Select the correct meaning of over the moon
A Flying high in an airplane
B Extremely pleased and happy
C An unrealistic scientific goal
D Suffering from severe insomnia
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Q.240 Identify the correct meaning of the idiom a bone to pick
A To share a meal with a close friend
B To have a grievance or issue that needs to be discussed
C To find a rare artifact buried in the ground
D To argue aggressively and physically
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