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Multiple Choice Questions

In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To strain every nerve

  • to make utmost efforts

  • to feel weak and tired

  • to be a diligent worker

  • to be methodical in work

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To flog a dead horse

  • to whip a dead horse

  • to attempt to do the impossible

  • waste one's efforts

  • to take advantage of a weakness

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To show a clean pair of heels

  • to hide

  • to escape

  • to pursue

  • to follow

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To die in a harness

  • premeditated murder

  • dying young in an accident

  • to die while in service

  • to be taken by surprise

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To feather one's nest

  • to make a residential house

  • something that lasts for a short time

  • to profit in a dishonest way

  • None of the above

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Their attempt to get back the stolen necklace proved to be a wild-goose chase.

  • wise decision

  • useless search

  • delayed action

  • timely action

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

The day the new product was launched, people made a beeline to purchase it.

  • refused

  • were doubtful

  • rushed

  • went online

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

He usually goes to bed very early and rises with the lark.

  • very late

  • at midnight

  • after sunrise

  • very early

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

At his wits end, he turned to his old trade.

  • Overjoyed

  • After careful thinking

  • Not knowing what to do

  • Confidently

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

When it comes to dancing, he is all-thumbs.

  • clumsy

  • an expert

  • a trainer

  • lazy

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