Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases

Directions to solve :
In the following questions four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase italicised and underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.
11.

The old man was cut to the quick when his rich son refused to recognise him.

Answer

Answer :

Option B
12.

Having sold off his factory, he is now a gentleman at large.

Answer

Answer :

Option A
13.

I am afraid he is burning the candle at both ends and ruining his life.

Answer

Answer :

Option C
14.

Harassed by repeated acts of injustice, he decided to put his foot down.

Answer

Answer :

Option A
15.

The authorities took him to task for his negligence.

Answer

Answer :

Option C
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