Idioms and Phrases MCQ Set- 12
Q111. Not one’s cup of tea
A. Not absolutely true
B. Not according to one’s interest
C. Beyond one’s comprehension
D. Of no concern for someone
Answer – B. Not according to one’s interest
Explanation-
Q112. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
He is very impulsive and does things without rhyme or reason.
A. without proper planning
B. without a reasonable explanation
C. without any resources
D. without anyone’s help
Answer – A. Without proper planning
Explanation-
Q113. Hard nut to crack
A. a difficult person or problem
B. someone who solves puzzles easily
C. someone who needs guidance
D. a person who likes to joke around
Answer – A. a difficult person or problem
Explanation-
Q114. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the
given sentence.
The friends quarreled some time ago but now they are trying to make up with each other.
A. to part forever
B. to blame each other
C. to compete with one another
D. to settle their differences
Answer –D. to settle their differences
Explanation-
Q115. know inside out
A. To know a little about something
B. To know everything by rote memory
C. To know something thoroughly
D. To always know a lot about every topic
Answer –C. To know something thoroughly
Explanation-
Q116. Organic food seems to be in vogue these days.
A. readily available
B. out of stock
C. in fashion
D. very expensive
Answer –C. in fashion
Explanation-
Q117. Butterfingers
A. To be very efficient
B. To like rich food
C. To cook well
D. To be clumsy
Answer –D. To be clumsy
Explanation-
Q118. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
His jokes fell flat on the audience.
A. deeply touched
B. failed to have an effect
C. irritated
D. provoked laughter
Answer –B. failed to have an effect
Explanation-
Q119. A Herculean task
A. An important task
B. An immediate task
C. A task requiring great effort
D. A task for brave people
Answer –C. A task requiring great effort
Explanation-
Q120. Large-hearted
A. Corrupt
B. Unhealthy
C. Overweight
D. Generous
Answer –D. Generous
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