Idioms MCQs with Answers

The idiom 'To bite the bullet' means:

• A.To avoid a difficult situation
• B.To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage
• C.To complain about a problem
• D.To make a quick decision

To cast in the teeth means:

• A.To throw something forcefully
• B.To criticize or reproach someone
• C.To give a gift reluctantly
• D.To admit defeat gracefully

What does the idiom 'get it out of your system' mean?

• A.To forget something completely
• B.To physically remove something from your body
• C.To express a suppressed emotion or desire and move forward
• D.To avoid thinking about something

Past Paper MCQ

Idiom: To get into the hot water means ?

• A.To be in a comfortable situation
• B.To get into trouble
• C.To drink hot water
• D.To be in a cold place

Hard work is the to success.

• A.obstacle
• B.barrier
• C.key
• D.hindrance

What does the idiom 'It takes two to tango' imply?

• A.Dancing requires skill
• B.Some activities require two people to be involved
• C.Tango is a difficult dance
• D.Teamwork is unnecessary

A Brown Study' means_?

• A.Deep in thoughts
• B.A book with brown cover
• C.A sad mood
• D.A study room painted brown

What does the idiom 'in cold blood' mean when referring to an action?

• A.Without any emotion or feeling
• B.With deliberate intent to harm
• C.In a calculated but merciful manner
• D.Under the influence of anger

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idioms and phrasal verbs: A bolt from the blue

• A.a slow and gradual change
• B.a planned event
• C.a joyful occasion
• D.a sudden and unexpected event

What does playing 'Devil's Advocate' mean in a discussion?

• A.Supporting the most popular opinion
• B.Defending a morally wrong stance
• C.Taking a position one does not necessarily agree with
• D.Attacking someone's character