Idioms and Phrases MCQs with Answers and Explanations for Competitive Exams

Question #701

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hammer and tongs'.

A. A tool set

B. Gently

C. With great vigour and force

D. Silently

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means doing something with full energy.

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Question #702

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hand in glove'.

A. Strangers

B. Enemies

C. A glove on hand

D. In close partnership or conspiracy

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means working together very closely.

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Question #703

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Handle with kid gloves'.

A. To handle roughly

B. To wear gloves

C. To treat very gently or delicately

D. To ignore

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to handle a sensitive situation carefully.

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Question #704

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hang in the balance'.

A. To be certain

B. To be ignored

C. To be resolved

D. To be in an uncertain, critical state

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means the outcome is undecided.

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Question #705

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Haste makes waste'.

A. Waste is good

B. Be fast

C. Hurrying leads to mistakes that cost time

D. Speed saves time

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means doing things too quickly causes errors.

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Question #706

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Haul over the coals'.

A. To praise

B. To light a fire

C. To scold or reprimand severely

D. To carry coal

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to tell someone off harshly.

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Question #707

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have a field day'.

A. To enjoy doing something a great deal

B. A boring day

C. A holiday

D. A day in a field

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to take great pleasure in an activity.

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Question #708

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have a heart'.

A. To exercise

B. To be cruel

C. To have a heart organ

D. Be merciful or compassionate

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is an appeal for kindness.

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Question #709

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have a screw loose'.

A. A loose screw

B. To be normal

C. To fix a screw

D. To be slightly crazy or eccentric

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means to be mentally unbalanced.

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Question #710

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have an edge over'.

A. To have a slight advantage over someone

B. To have a dull blade

C. To be equal

D. To lose

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to be in a superior position.

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Question #711

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have butterflies in one's stomach'.

A. To be hungry

B. To be relaxed

C. To feel very nervous

D. To swallow butterflies

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means a fluttery feeling of anxiety.

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Question #712

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have one's cake and eat it too'.

A. To enjoy both alternatives without sacrifice

B. To refuse cake

C. To eat cake

D. To share cake

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means wanting two incompatible things.

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Question #713

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have the cheek'.

A. To be respectful

B. To have the nerve or impudence

C. To be shy

D. To have a cheek on face

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to be boldly rude.

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Question #714

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have the last laugh'.

A. To laugh finally

B. To ultimately prove successful after doubt

C. To be the last to laugh

D. To lose

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to triumph in the end.

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Question #715

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have your work cut out'.

A. To be fired

B. To have an easy job

C. To have a difficult task ahead

D. To finish work

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means facing a tough challenge.

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Question #716

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Head start'.

A. A late start

B. An early advantage

C. A head injury

D. A slow beginning

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means a chance to begin before others.

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Question #717

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Heap coals of fire on someone's head'.

A. To throw coal

B. To make someone ashamed by being overly kind

C. To burn someone

D. To attack

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to return good for evil to cause guilt.

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Question #718

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Heavy going'.

A. A heavy object

B. Difficult and tiring progress

C. Light work

D. Easy walking

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means something that is hard to get through.

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Question #719

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hem and haw'.

A. To sing

B. To speak clearly

C. To decide quickly

D. To hesitate in speech

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means to pause a lot while speaking.

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Question #720

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hit the books'.

A. To read for fun

B. To begin to study hard

C. To throw books

D. To stop studying

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to start studying seriously.

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