Idioms and Phrases Questions & Answers - Page 27

131.

A proverb/idiom is given below together with its meaning. Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom. If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To hit the nail right on the head

A.

To do the right thing

B.

To destroy one's reputation

C.

To announce one's fixed views

D.

To teach someone a lesson

E.

None of these

Correct answer is A

To do exactly the right thing; to do something in the most effective and efficient way.

132.

A proverb/idiom is given below together with its meaning. Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom. If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To smell a rat

A.

To see signs of plague epidemic

B.

To get bad smell of a dead rat

C.

To suspect foul dealings

D.

To be in a bad mood

E.

None of these

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

133.

A proverb/idiom is given below together with its meaning. Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom. If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

A man of straw

A.

A man of no substance

B.

A very active person

C.

A worthy fellow

D.

An unreasonable person

E.

None of these

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

134.

A proverb/idiom is given below together with its meaning. Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom. If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

A black sheep

A.

An unlucky person

B.

A lucky person

C.

An ugly person

D.

A partner who takes no share of the profits

E.

None of these

Correct answer is E

In the English language, 'Black sheep' is an idiom used to describe an odd or disreputable member of a group, especially within a family.

135.

A proverb/idiom is given below together with its meaning. Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom. If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.

To beg the question

A.

To refer to

B.

To take for granted

C.

To raise objections

D.

To be discussed

E.

None of these

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.