General English Questions Quiz for Competitive Exam
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
One track mind
(A) thinking of another point of view
(B) using a well-known path
(C) always thinking of only one thing
(D) waiting anxiously for something
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
The correct answer is Always thinking of only one thing. Let's look at the meaning of the given idiom: One-track mind: used in reference to a person whose thoughts are preoccupied with one subject or interest.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
On the double
(A) on the verge of collapse
(B) at a fast pace
(C) out of order
(D) between two undesirable things
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
The correct answer is 'at a fast pace'. In the given sentence 'On the double' is an idiom. The meaning of it is as follows: On the double: very quickly and without any delay.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A fair weather friend
(A) an unreliable friend
(B) a dependable friend
(C) a friend turned into an enemy
(D) a jealous friend
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The given idiom is 'a fair-weather friend'. This idiom means - a person whose friendship cannot be relied on in times of difficulty. For example: Don't rely on her, she is a fair-weather friend.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Breath of fresh air
(A) a peaceful and relaxing place
(B) someone with a pleasant voice
(C) a high-priced and expensive thing
(D) someone or something new and refreshing
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The correct answer is "someone or something new and refreshing". Given Idiom: Breath of fresh air means someone or something that makes a situation feel new, different, and exciting. For example, The beautiful new paint colour is a breath of fresh air for the office.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Take exception
(A) appreciate
(B) object to
(C) care for
(D) deny
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom is 'Object to'. The definition of it is as follows: Take exception: Disagree with, object to, or to be offended or made angry by something or someone.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Over one’s head
(A) something totally unexpected
(B) being at a disadvantage
(C) unable to function as before
(D) beyond one’s capability to understand something
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The correct answer is "beyond one's capability to understand something". Key Points. Given Idiom: Over one's head means too complicated to be understood by one. For example, My jokes always seem to go over one's head.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To call the shots(A) to be the person in charge
(B) to be blissfully happy
(C) to be in debt
(D) to lack control
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The correct answer is "to be the person in charge". Key Points. Given Idiom: To call the shots means to be the person in charge, to have control over the progress of a situation. For example, With no boss to call the shots, he drew ideas from all over.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
She felt like a fish out of water at her new job.
(A) angry and hurt
(B) comfortable and relaxed
(C) uncomfortable and restless
(D) happy and free
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
someone who is uncomfortable in a specific situation: I felt like a fish out of water at my new school.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Information technology has developed by leaps and bounds.
(A) at a rapid pace
(B) very gradually
(C) through unfair means
(D) in far off places
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The correct answer is at a rapid pace. Given Idiom: By leaps and bounds means rapidly or in fast progress.
In the following questions, an idiomatic expression and its four meanings are given. Find out the correct meaning of the idiomatic expression.
To be in the doldrums(A) to be in a tough spot
(B) to be caught lying
(C) to be caught in a hurricane
(D) to be misunderstood
(E) to be in low spirits
Correct Answer : E
Explanation :
The idiom, 'to be in the doldrums' means 'to be depressed, low spirited or sluggish'. The use of the idiom can be seen in the following sentence: Harry has been in the doldrums ever since he lost his job as a print journalist.
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