Idioms MCQs with Answers

What does the idiom 'beat one's brains out' mean?

• A.To physically hit oneself on the head
• B.To try very hard to understand or solve something
• C.To give up on a difficult task
• D.To argue with someone aggressively

Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom 'Under a cloud':

• A.In a state of confusion
• B.Under suspicion
• C.Beneath the clouds
• D.Feeling sad

Idiom: To take a rain check means _?

• A.To cancel a plan
• B.To postpone a plan
• C.To enjoy a plan
• D.To ignore a plan

What does the idiom 'couldn't care less' imply when someone uses it?

• A.To be extremely concerned
• B.To be slightly annoyed
• C.To be completely indifferent or uninterested
• D.To be very happy

By my word of honor means I _.

• A.promise
• B.swear
• C.vow
• D.guarantee

What does the idiom 'to hold one's tongue' mean?

• A.To speak loudly
• B.To keep silent
• C.To argue forcefully
• D.To interrupt someone

What does the idiom 'crunch time' refer to?

• A.A period of relaxation
• B.A time for celebration
• C.A critical or decisive period
• D.A period of confusion

Calay's fishing tackle was "safe and sound" in the closet. Safe and sound means ?

• A.Broken
• B.Damaged
• C.Lost
• D.Secure

What does the idiom 'a baker's dozen' refer to?

• A.A group of 10 items
• B.A group of 12 items
• C.A group of 13 items
• D.A group of 15 items

What does the idiom 'get your head around it' mean?

• A.To physically wrap something around your head
• B.To memorize something quickly
• C.To ignore a problem completely
• D.To understand something complex or unfamiliar