Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'A stone's throw'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'A stone's throw'.

A. A long distance

B. Throwing a stone

C. A very short distance

D. A stone's weight

Answer: Option C

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It means very close by.

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A. Tango is a solo

B. One person can tango

C. Both parties are responsible for a situation

D. A dance

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'In the nick of time'.

A. At a wrong time

B. Very late

C. In a short nick

D. Just in time; at the last crucial moment

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Correct Answer: Option D

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It means arriving or happening exactly when needed.

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A. In a spacious room

B. At ease

C. In a corner

D. In a very difficult situation

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