Idioms and Phrases MCQ Set – 35
Q341. The abrogation of Article 370 was achieved in the teeth of tough resistance.
A. In a state of uncertainty
B. In collaboration with
C. In a short span of time
D. In direct opposition to
Answer – D. In direct opposition to
Explanation-
Q342. As the floodwaters hit the coastal village, several families had a close shave.
A. Nothing to eat
B. A narrow escape
C. To have no livelihood
D. To lose all possessions
Answer:
Answer – B. A narrow escape
Explanation-
Q343. In spite of the high-sounding words, his speech fell flat on the audience
A. Impressed a lot
B. Appealed to the sentiments of the audience
C. Could not be heard clearly
D. Failed to make an impact
Answer – D. Failed to make an impact
Explanation-
Q344. Make off with
A. To transfer
B. To discover
C. To run away
D. To understand
Answer – C. To run away
Explanation-
Q345. My brother has decided to settle in Mumbai for good
A. For better income
B. For new opportunities
C. Forever
D. For a while
Answer –C. Forever
Explanation-
Q346. All those who carried the day in reality shows failed to make a mark later.
A. Acted as hosts
B. Participated
C. Won a victory
D. Make a guest appearance
Answer –C. Won a victory
Explanation-
Q347. The old man preferred to die in harness than lead a rusted life.
A. to lead a life of comfort
B. to continue an occupation till death
C. to live in perpetual slavery
D. to keep one’s belongings safe
Answer – B. to continue an occupation till death
Explanation-
Q348. Blind alley
A. A state of deep thought
B. Taking the first step after somebody’s approach
C. A person who comes to meet occasionally
D. A situation in which no further progress can be made
Answer –D. A situation in which no further progress can be made
Explanation-
Q349. Simran was under tremendous stress because she had too many irons in the fire.
A. She had too many clothes to iron
B. She had made a lot of risky investments
C. She was suffering from many ailments
D. She was involved in many activities
Answer –D. She was involved in many activities
Explanation-
Q350. The suspect made a clean breast of it during the enquiry.
A. Confessed his crime
B. Asked for a fresh shirt
C. Took off his shirt
D. Blamed his companion
Answer – A. Confessed his crime
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