IDIOMS (Part-VII)

Total Questions: 50

31. Select the most appropriate idiom in given sentence [SSC MTS 08/05/2023 Afternoon]

Wet behind the ears

Correct Answer: (c) To be young and without experience
Solution:To be young and without experience

E.g. He's just finished high school, so he's still wet behind the ears.

32. The statement below has been given with bracketed text. Select the option with correct idiom for the bracketed text. [SSC MTS 09/05/2023 Morning]

That new budget bill was (totally useless) before it hit the Senate.

Correct Answer: (b) a dead duck
Solution:Totally useless

33. Select the most appropriate idiom in given sentence [SSC MTS 09/05/2023 Morning]

To pull the trigger

Correct Answer: (d) To commit a course of action
Solution:To commit a course of action.

E.g. After months of deliberation, she finally decided to pull the trigger and start her own business.

34. Select the most appropriate idiom in given sentence [SSC MTS 09/05/2023 Morning]

On the job

Correct Answer: (c) Working at a particular job
Solution:Working at a particular job

E.g. - The new programme offers on - the job training with vocational qualifications.

35. Select the most appropriate idiom in given sentence [SSC MTS 10/05/2023 Morning]

The life and soul of the party

Correct Answer: (d) Person who brings lots of energy to the party
Solution:Person who brings lots of energy to the party

E.g. - Sarah was always the life and soul of the party, captivating everyone with her infectious laughter and entertaining stories.

36. Select the most appropriate meaning of the bracketed idiom in the given sentence. [SSC MTS 10/05/2023 Evening]

Later, Brooks' brother alleged that racism helped put the (pedal to the metal).

Correct Answer: (d) Avoid responsibility by giving it to someone else
Solution:To go full speed, especially while driving a vehicle.

E.g. - You are running late. You are going to miss the plane unless you put pedal to the metal.

37. Select the most appropriate meaning of the bracketed idiom in the given sentence. [SSC MTS 10/05/2023 Evening]

After repeated failures and disappointments he was tempted (to throw up the sponge), but continued perseverance finally brought success.

Correct Answer: (b) To surrender or give up the contest
Solution:To surrender or give up the contest.

E.g. After struggling through multiple rounds, the boxer finally threw up the sponge, admitting formidable opponent. defeat to his

38. The statement below has been given with bracketed text. Select the option with correct Idiom for the bracketed text [SSC MTS 10/05/2023 Evening]

Susie (has such strong resemblance to) Kate Winslet that sometimes people would ask her for her autograph.

Correct Answer: (a) dead ringer
Solution:someone having strong resemblance to someone else.

39. Select the most appropriate idiom in given sentence [SSC MTS 10/05/2023 Evening]

In the long run

Correct Answer: (d) In the end
Solution:In the end.

E.g. While it may seem challenging at times, investing in your education will pay off in the long run, opening doors to better career opportunities and personal growth.

40. Select the most appropriate idiom in given sentence [SSC MTS 11/05/2023 Afternoon]

To see the light

Correct Answer: (d) Suddenly realize or understand something
Solution:Suddenly realize or understand something.

E.g. After months of confusion, he finally saw the light and realized the true meaning behind his friend's advice.