Idioms and Phrases MCQs with Answers and Explanations for Competitive Exams

Question #381

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Scapegoat'.

A. A person blamed for others' mistakes

B. A pet

C. A goat that escapes

D. A hero

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means someone who is made to take the blame.

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Question #382

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'See the light of day'.

A. To wake up early

B. To see sunlight

C. To be born or come into existence

D. To sleep

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to be published or revealed.

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Question #383

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Set the ball rolling'.

A. To start an activity

B. To roll a ball

C. To play catch

D. To stop playing

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to initiate something.

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Question #384

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Set the Thames on fire'.

A. To do something remarkable or exciting (often in negative)

B. To ignite a river

C. To swim

D. To extinguish

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to achieve a great feat.

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Question #385

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Show the white feather'.

A. To act cowardly

B. To paint

C. To show a bird

D. To display courage

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to exhibit fear.

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Question #386

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Silver lining'.

A. A cloud

B. A hopeful aspect in a gloomy situation

C. A silver border

D. A metal

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means a sign of hope.

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Question #387

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Skeleton in the cupboard'.

A. A medical skeleton

B. A clean cupboard

C. A shameful secret hidden from others

D. A bone closet

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means an embarrassing secret.

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Question #388

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Small talk'.

A. Whispering

B. A lecture

C. Polite conversation about unimportant matters

D. A short speech

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means casual chitchat.

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Question #389

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Smooth sailing'.

A. Sailing a ship

B. Rough seas

C. A storm

D. Easy progress without obstacles

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means a situation with no problems.

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Question #390

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Soap opera'.

A. A serialized TV drama about domestic life

B. A soap commercial

C. An opera song

D. A cleaning show

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It refers to a melodramatic series.

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Question #391

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Sour grapes'.

A. Unripe grapes

B. Pretending to despise something one cannot have

C. A sweet fruit

D. A wine

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means a disparaging attitude to something unattainable.

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Question #392

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Spick and span'.

A. Old

B. Neat, clean, and tidy

C. Dirty

D. A bridge

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means very clean.

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Question #393

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Spin a yarn'.

A. To lie

B. To sew

C. To tell a long, often exaggerated story

D. To weave

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to narrate a tale.

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Question #394

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Square meal'.

A. A square-shaped dish

B. A snack

C. A small portion

D. A substantial, satisfying meal

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means a full, nutritious meal.

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Question #395

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Stand one's ground'.

A. To run away

B. To stand on ground

C. To sit down

D. To refuse to yield or compromise

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means to maintain one's position firmly.

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Question #396

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Steal someone's thunder'.

A. To steal lightning

B. To take credit for another's idea or to upstage

C. To run away

D. To keep quiet

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to grab the attention meant for someone else.

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Question #397

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Step into someone's shoes'.

A. To measure feet

B. To wear new shoes

C. To take over someone's role or responsibilities

D. To dance

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to replace someone in a job.

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Question #398

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Stick out like a sore thumb'.

A. A painful thumb

B. To be hidden

C. To fit in

D. To be very obvious or conspicuous

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means to be noticeable in a negative way.

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Question #399

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Storm in a teacup'.

A. A teacup

B. A storm in a cup

C. A big fuss over a trivial matter

D. A real storm

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means a disproportionate reaction (same as 'A storm in a teacup', I'll swap: 'Strike while the iron is hot'.)

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Question #400

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Strike while the iron is hot'.

A. To act promptly while the opportunity exists

B. To cool down

C. To blacksmith

D. To hit a hot iron

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to take advantage of a favorable moment.

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