Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Beat the air'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Beat the air'.

A. To exercise

B. To make futile efforts

C. To fly

D. To fight successfully

Answer: Option B

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It means to act in vain without result.

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A. To ignore

B. To lay a carpet

C. To give a grand welcome

D. To clean

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means to receive with special honor.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cold turkey'.

A. A warm meal

B. The abrupt cessation of a habit

C. A gradual stop

D. A frozen bird

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Correct Answer: Option B

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It means to quit something suddenly and completely.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fifth column'.

A. A newspaper column

B. A subversive group working secretly within an organization

C. A column of five

D. A military unit

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Correct Answer: Option B

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