Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Between the devil and the deep blue sea'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Between the devil and the deep blue sea'.

A. Between two equally dangerous alternatives

B. A sea devil

C. On a beach

D. In paradise

Answer: Option A

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It means faced with two unfavourable choices.

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A. To protect and mentor someone

B. To fly

C. To hide

D. To catch a bird

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Correct Answer: Option A

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It means to look after a less experienced person.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cut off one's nose to spite one's face'.

A. To hurt oneself while trying to hurt another

B. To harm oneself to get revenge

C. To get plastic surgery

D. To help someone

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Correct Answer: Option A

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It means to act out of spite in a way that damages one's own interests.

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

A. To repair a road

B. To depart or begin a journey

C. To run over

D. To drive

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