Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Get on one's nerves'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Get on one's nerves'.

A. To help nerves

B. To relax someone

C. To irritate or annoy someone

D. To like someone

Answer: Option C

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It means to cause annoyance.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Grasp the nettle'.

A. To avoid a plant

B. To ignore a problem

C. To tackle a difficulty bravely

D. To be afraid

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means to confront a problem head-on.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Between a rock and a hard place'.

A. In a dilemma with two difficult choices

B. On a mountain

C. In a comfortable position

D. A rocky place

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means being caught between two unpleasant options.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fall on one's sword'.

A. To fight

B. To commit suicide

C. To take responsibility and resign for a failure

D. To surrender weapons

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means to accept blame and step down.

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