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Idioms and Phrases 3

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Idioms and Phrases 3

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In the following questions four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase italicised and underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Question 1
He went back on his promise to vote for me.

A
withdrew
B
forgot
C
reinforced
D
supported
Correct Answer: Option A

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Question 2
I cannot conceive of a time when I was without a refrigerator

A
Imagine
B
Give birth
C
Understand
D
Depend
Correct Answer: Option A

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Question 3
The old beggar ran amuck and began to throw stones at the passerby.

A
became desperate
B
ran about wildly
C
become annoyed
D
felt disgusted
Correct Answer: Option B

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Question 4
Harassed by repeated acts of injustice. he decided to put his foot down.

A
not to yield
B
resign
C
to accept the proposal unconditionally
D
withdraw
Correct Answer: Option A

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Question 5
Rohit has bitten off more than he chew.

A
Is trying to do much
B
Is very greedy
C
Is always hungry
D
Has little regard for others
Correct Answer: Option A

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Question 6
Their business is now on its last legs.

A
About to fructify
B
About to perish
C
About to produce results
D
About to take off
Correct Answer: Option B

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Question 7
The authorities took him to task for his negligence.

A
gave him additional work
B
suspended his assignment
C
reprimanded him
D
forced him to resign
Correct Answer: Option C

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Question 8
In spite of the immense pressure exerted by the militants, the Government has decided not to give in.

A
accede
B
yield
C
oblige
D
confirm
Correct Answer: Option B

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Question 9
The parliamentary inquiry into the Bofors deal did not bring to light any startling facts.

A
Prove
B
Probe
C
Highlight
D
Disclose
Correct Answer: Option D

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Question 10
His speech went down well with the majority of the audience.

A
found acceptance with
B
was attentively listened to by
C
was appreciated by
D
was applauded by
Correct Answer: Option C

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