Idioms and Phrases MCQs (10 MCQs)

Q1. The idiom – "To pay off old scores" means :

To return capital without interest To have revenge To live within one's initial income To refuse to pay one's loan

Q2. Choose the correct phrasal verb to fill the blank space of the following sentence : Burglars ………… and stole the jewellery.

broke out broke down broke off broke in

Q3. Choose correct idiomatic expression for the blank space from the given options : The parents were ………… till their children came back safe and sound.

on tenterhooks out of the wood on the sly out and out

Q4. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Hobson's choice

A dilemma between two evils A free and fair decision No real choice at all A selection made under duress

Q5. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Move heaven and earth

To relocate frequently To work tirelessly to achieve something To stay silent in protest To follow blindly

Q6. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Fly off the handle

To escape quietly To disappear quickly To become suddenly angry To handle a situation smartly

Q7. Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: Fly off the handle

To escape quietly To disappear quickly To become suddenly angry To handle a situation smartly

Q8. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Make no bones about it

To hesitate before speaking To remain neutral To be direct and honest To confuse the listener

Q9. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Has two strings to his bow

He is indecisive in crucial matters. He has two romantic interests simultaneously. He has an additional skill or option to rely on. He uses deception to achieve goals.

Q10. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Show the white feather

To act cowardly To signal for help To display courage To admit defeat gracefully

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English Grammar - Idioms and Phrases: 10 MCQs with Answers

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