Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'In the doldrums'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'In the doldrums'.

A. Sailing

B. In a storm

C. In low spirits; depressed

D. Happy and energetic

Answer: Option C

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It means feeling sad and inactive.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Horse of a different color'.

A. A completely separate matter

B. An animal

C. The same issue

D. A painted horse

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Correct Answer: Option A

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It means an entirely different situation.

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

A. In a comfortable position

B. On a mountain

C. In a dilemma with two difficult choices

D. A rocky place

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means being caught between two unpleasant options.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Do away with'.

A. To bring something

B. To keep

C. To abolish or eliminate

D. To start

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Correct Answer: Option C

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It means to get rid of something.

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