Idioms and Phrases MCQ Set-57
Q561. “A lot on your plate” means:
A. Having many responsibilities
B. Having a large meal
C. Having wealth in abundance
D. Having something which causes envy
Answer – A. Having many responsibilities.
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Q562. “A sea change” means:
A. A fast change
B. A slow change
C. A radical change
D. A nominal change
Answer –C. A radical change.
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Q563. Handle with kid gloves
A. to treat someone with extreme care
B. to accomplish something too ambitious
C. to show someone your creativity
D. to remove all hurdles to start something
Answer –A. to treat someone with extreme care
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Q564. “We now have an ex-Minister in the running from our constituency for the post of Member of Parliament.”
A. Contesting the seat
B. Teaching yoga
C. Giving speeches
D. Jogging every day
Answer – A. Contesting the seat
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Q565. “A fish out of water” means:
A. Ready to die
B. In the absence of something
C. In unfamiliar circumstances
D. Feeling sick
Answer – C. In unfamiliar circumstances
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Q566. Once bitten, twice shy
A. Someone who doesn’t learn from his previous experiences
B. An unpleasant experience induces caution
C. Someone who is afraid of taking challenges
D. To keep something precious safely
Answer –B. An unpleasant experience induces caution
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Q567. “Let us have all the regulations in black and white.”
A. Painted in color
B. Printed in colored ink
C. Written on the blackboard
D. In writing
Answer – D. In writing
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Q568. “The invigilator did not know that the two boys were exchanging notes under his nose.”
A. Written in small letters
B. Rolled into small pellets
C. Wrapped in handkerchiefs
D. Right in front of him
Answer – D. Right in front of him
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Q569. “The dog played in the pond to his heart’s content.”
A. Only up to his legs
B. Till he was completely sick
C. As much as he wanted to
D. Avoiding getting too wet
Answer –C. As much as he wanted to
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Q570. These glasses suit you to a T,” said Ria to Vandana.”
A. Look very good on your face
B. Are not suitable for your work
C. Make you look weird
D. Need to be worn with a suit
Answer – A. Look very good on your face
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