Idioms MCQs with Answers

What does the idiom 'after all' imply when used in a sentence?

• A.In the end, despite everything
• B.Considering the fact that was previously mentioned
• C.After a long period of time
• D.In spite of all obstacles

What does 'Sum and substance' mean?

• A.Summary
• B.Benefits
• C.Essence
• D.All of these

What does the phrase 'On the score of' mean?

• A.on the basis of
• B.on the account of
• C.on the point of
• D.on the ground of

What does the idiom 'Quit like a fish' mean?

• A.To give up easily
• B.To struggle vigorously
• C.To leave quietly and without fuss
• D.To swim away

What does the idiom 'might as well' imply when used in a sentence?

• A.To do something enthusiastically
• B.To avoid doing something altogether
• C.To do something reluctantly but with hope
• D.To do something because there is no better alternative

Don't make such a _ over getting an injection.

• A.Fuss
• B.Noise
• C.Cry
• D.Scene

What does the idiom 'go with the flow' mean?

• A.To resist change
• B.To go against the tide
• C.To lead a group
• D.To adapt to the circumstances

What does the idiom 'shoot from the hip' mean?

• A.To fire a gun carelessly
• B.To speak or act recklessly
• C.To make a quick decision
• D.To avoid a confrontation

What does the phrase 'on the carpet' mean when someone is called into a meeting?

• A.To be promoted
• B.To be reprimanded or scolded
• C.To be awarded
• D.To be consulted

Past Paper MCQ

"A Wild goose chase" means what?

• A.A difficult but achievable mission
• B.A foolish and hopeless search for or pursuit of something unattainable
• C.An adventurous journey with a successful end
• D.A thrilling chase in the wild