Idiom and Phrases MCQ Quiz Set 05 for AFCAT, CDS, NDA, Banking etc
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MCQ Questions on Idiom and Phrases MCQ Quiz Set 05 for AFCAT, CDS, NDA, Banking etc
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "In a flutter."
A. Frightened
B. Very angry
C. In a jovial mood
D. In a state of nervous excitement
Correct: Option (D)
Explanation: The idiom 'in a flutter' means to be in a state of nervous excitement, anxiety, or agitation.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Ended in smoke."
A. Fructified gradually
B. Came to nothing
C. Were discarded
D. Were partially carried out
Correct: Option (B)
Explanation: The idiom 'end in smoke' means to fail completely or come to nothing.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Over head and ears."
A. Secretly
B. Openly
C. Completely
D. Sufficiently
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'over head and ears' (more commonly 'head over heels') means to be completely or deeply in love.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "See through the design."
A. Learn the aim
B. Know the antecedents
C. Know the secret
D. Be aware of the trick
Correct: Option (D)
Explanation: The idiom 'see through' means to detect or understand someone's hidden motive, trick, or deception.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "To a hair."
A. Not at all
B. Vaguely
C. To some extent
D. Exactly
Correct: Option (D)
Explanation: The idiom 'to a hair' means exactly or with perfect accuracy.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Held in camera."
A. A secret
B. In strict vigilance
C. Not open to the public
D. Amidst great security
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The expression 'held in camera' means conducted privately without public or media access.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Prodigal son."
A. Given into bad habits
B. Poor and miserly
C. Extravagant
D. Step-son
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The expression 'prodigal son' refers to a person, especially a son, who wastes money recklessly and later returns after reforming.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Die in harness."
A. Die with honour
B. Die on horseback
C. Die while still working
D. Die on the battlefield
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'die in harness' means to die while still actively engaged in one's profession or duties.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Take people in."
A. Amuse people
B. Understand people
C. Cheat people
D. Accommodate guests
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'take someone in' means to deceive or cheat someone.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "A rift in the lute."
A. Brought about disharmony
B. Brought about a disciplined atmosphere
C. Caused unnecessary worries
D. Caused a pleasant atmosphere
Correct: Option (A)
Explanation: The idiom 'a rift in the lute' means a small flaw or disagreement that spoils harmony or perfection.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Chequered career."
A. Indulged in odd jobs
B. A career which helped him make a lot of money
C. A variety of jobs and experiences
D. Is jobless
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'chequered career' refers to a career marked by varied experiences, including both successes and failures.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Carried off his feet."
A. Became delirious
B. Danced on his toes
C. Was dizzy
D. Was wild with excitement
Correct: Option (D)
Explanation: The idiom 'carried off his feet' means to become overwhelmed with joy, excitement, or emotion.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Keep your nose clean."
A. Be polite
B. Not to indulge in evil conspiracies
C. Keep out of trouble
D. Not to take to bad habits
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'keep your nose clean' means to stay out of trouble and avoid doing anything illegal or improper.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Fought to the finish."
A. Till the end
B. Till they died
C. Till peace was declared
D. Till they got good results
Correct: Option (A)
Explanation: The idiom 'fight to the finish' means to continue fighting or struggling until the very end without giving up.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Small talk."
A. Light conversation
B. Gossip
C. Backbiting
D. Whispering
Correct: Option (A)
Explanation: The idiom 'small talk' refers to light, informal conversation about ordinary topics.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Beat about the bush."
A. Put any blame on others
B. Pretend to be unaware of the matter
C. Approach the matter in a roundabout way
D. Try to impress me with your arguments
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'beat about the bush' means to avoid coming to the main point and speak indirectly.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Making a mountain of a molehill."
A. Exaggerating
B. Boasting
C. Taking undue advantage of a favourable opportunity
D. Giving great importance to trifles
Correct: Option (D)
Explanation: The idiom 'make a mountain out of a molehill' means to exaggerate a small or unimportant matter.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Has no bearing."
A. Has no relationship with
B. Is not affected by
C. Provides no evidence to
D. Has no impact on
Correct: Option (A)
Explanation: The idiom 'have no bearing on' means to have no connection or relevance to a particular matter.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Take the rough with the smooth."
A. Be tough in order to be successful
B. Use pleasant words to make things smooth
C. Accept unpleasant as well as pleasant things
D. Make unpleasant things better
Correct: Option (C)
Explanation: The idiom 'take the rough with the smooth' means to accept both the good and the bad aspects of life.
Q. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. "Came to a head."
A. Reached a crisis
B. Settled amicably
C. Took a turn for the better
D. Resulted in senseless violence
Correct: Option (A)
Explanation: The idiom 'come to a head' means to reach a critical or decisive stage where action or resolution becomes necessary.