Idioms MCQs with Answers

What does the idiom 'wouldn't be caught dead' imply when someone says 'I wouldn't be caught dead wearing that outfit'?

• A.They would never choose to wear that outfit under any circumstances
• B.They would wear the outfit only if forced
• C.They might wear the outfit in a different color
• D.They would wear the outfit to a funeral

Idiom "Fly in ointment" means ?

• A.A minor irritation that spoils the success or enjoyment of something
• B.A major problem that causes complete failure
• C.Something that brings good luck
• D.A temporary setback that is quickly resolved

There are times when you must decide and take the bull by the horns. What does the phrase 'take the bull by the horns' mean?

• A.Avoid a difficult situation
• B.Make a bold decision
• C.Run away from a challenge
• D.Wait for the right moment

What does the idiom 'be back on one's feet' mean?

• A.To be physically standing again
• B.To recover from an illness or setback
• C.To start a new business
• D.To move to a new place

What does the idiom 'A penny for your thoughts' imply when someone says it to you?

• A.They want to borrow money from you
• B.They think you are being quiet
• C.They want to know what you are thinking
• D.They want to give you a penny

Past Paper MCQ

I can help out "at a pinch" if you need a babysitter. Choose the correct meaning?

• A.At a low cost
• B.In a difficult situation
• C.Without any delay
• D.In case of an emergency

Complete the proverb: A rolling stone gathers no ?

• A.Grass
• B.Dirt
• C.Moss
• D.Weed

"Make one's flesh creep" means _?

• A.To feel cold
• B.To get goosebumps
• C.To feel disgusted
• D.To frighten someone

If someone suggests doing something 'as well', what do they mean?

• A.To do it instead of something else
• B.To do it before something else
• C.To do it after something else
• D.To do it in addition to something else

What does the idiom 'it goes without saying' imply?

• A.It is a secret
• B.Something is obvious or understood
• C.It is difficult to explain
• D.It is a lie