Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Close shave'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Close shave'.

A. An exact shave

B. A narrow escape from danger

C. A haircut

D. A barber tool

Answer: Option B

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It means a very narrow escape.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Get down to brass tacks'.

A. To polish metal

B. To buy brass tacks

C. To go down stairs

D. To start discussing the essential matters

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Correct Answer: Option D

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It means to begin to talk about the important practical details.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Lock, stock, and barrel'.

A. A storage

B. A gun part

C. The whole of something

D. A partial amount

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means the entirety.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Death knell'.

A. A celebration

B. A bell ringing for a wedding

C. A sign that signals the end of something

D. A new beginning

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means an event that heralds the demise of something.

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