Idioms and Phrases Practice Questions

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Directions (Q. )

In each question below, an idiom or proverb is followed by several possible meanings. Choose the option that correctly conveys the meaning. If none of the options is correct, select 'E' ('None of these') as your answer.

Question 46
Hard
Back to square one
A When everyone is facing the same challenges
B An unbelievable tale
C Something you never forget how to do
D To emphasise
E None of these
Correct Answer: E

Explanation:

The idiom 'Back to square one' means 'Having to start all over again'.
Question 47
Hard
Blood is thicker than water
A To get upset
B Events have momentum and build upon each other
C The family bond is closer than anything else
D Very happy
E None of these
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The idiom 'Blood is thicker than water' means 'The family bond is closer than anything else'.
Question 48
Hard
Dark horse
A Get treated the way you've been treating others
B One who was previously unknown and is now prominent
C A personal intuition you get, especially when feel something may not be right
D To chat idly or generally waste time talking
E None of these
Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The idiom 'Dark horse' means 'One who was previously unknown and is now prominent'.
Question 49
Hard
Finding your feet
A To become more comfortable in whatever you are doing
B Calm down
C To get upset
D Don't take it too seriously
E None of these
Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The idiom 'Finding your feet' means 'To become more comfortable in whatever you are doing'.
Question 50
Medium
Green room
A The waiting room, especially for those who are about to go on a tv or radio show
B Treat people fairly
C I made a mistake
D To deceive someone into thinking well of them
E None of these
Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The idiom 'Green room' means 'The waiting room, especially for those who are about to go on a tv or radio show'.