Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hold water'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Hold water'.

A. To leak

B. To drink

C. To be valid or logically sound

D. To carry liquid

Answer: Option C

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It means to stand up to scrutiny.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'An eye for an eye'.

A. A blind eye

B. Retaliation in kind

C. An eye exam

D. Forgiveness

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Correct Answer: Option B

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It means punishing someone by doing the same harm they did.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Follow the crowd'.

A. To be independent

B. To do what everyone else does

C. To lead

D. To walk behind

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Correct Answer: Option B

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It means to conform to popular opinion.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'A leopard cannot change its spots'.

A. Leopards are beautiful

B. Animals are adaptable

C. Spots can be changed

D. One cannot change one's innate nature

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Correct Answer: Option D

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