Idioms MCQs with Answers

Complete the phrase: "Not all that glitters is ."

• A.Silver
• B.Diamond
• C.Gold
• D.Platinum

What does it mean to 'follow in someone's footsteps'?

• A.To walk behind someone
• B.To follow someone's instructions literally
• C.To imitate someone's walking style
• D.To pursue the same path or career as someone else

What does the idiom 'to cry wolf' mean?

• A.To shout loudly in anger
• B.To express extreme sadness
• C.To call for help when it's not needed
• D.To warn about a real danger

She is as thin as a _?

• A.Rake
• B.Stick
• C.Pole
• D.Needle

Past Paper MCQ

What does the idiom 'Add fuel to the fire' mean?

• A.Extinguish the fire
• B.Aggravate trouble
• C.Bring peace
• D.Solve a problem

He was right on the ball regarding his assessment of the situation. Here 'on the ball' means?

• A.To be physically active
• B.To be in a hurry
• C.To be lucky
• D.To be alert and aware of the matter

What does the idiom 'go back on one's word' mean?

• A.To repeat what one has said
• B.To take back a promise or fail to fulfill a commitment
• C.To speak without thinking
• D.To support someone's opinion

Tchang was about to run away but the dragon called to him. "Don't be frightened! I am quite harmless...." What does this interaction reveal about the dragon?

• A.The dragon is angry and aggressive
• B.The dragon is friendly and reassuring
• C.The dragon is about to attack
• D.The dragon is scared of Tchang

What does the idiom 'black sheep' refer to in a family or group?

• A.The most successful member
• B.The odd or disreputable member
• C.The youngest member
• D.The wealthiest member

"To hit the road" means _?

• A.To repair a road
• B.To start a journey
• C.To hit a person on the road
• D.To stop traveling