Idioms and Phrases: Test-1

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Directions for individual questionsEach question has a sentence that uses an idiom or phrase. You need to identify the apt meaning of the idiom/phrase from the given options

Idioms and Phrases: Test-1

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Question 1

Those who work ‘by fits and starts’ seldom show good results.

A	Rarely
B	Disinterestedly
C	Irregularly
D	Regularly

Question 1 Explanation:

The idiom ‘by fits and starts’ means: Not working continuously, in a flow but frequently stopping, taking breaks and starting again. For example: He works by fits and starts and is not able to finish the work on time.

Question 2

His statement is out and out a lie.

A	Totally
B	Simply
C	Merely
D	Slightly

Question 2 Explanation:

The idiom ‘out and out’ means: completely or totally.

Question 3

The luxury car that they bought turned out to be a white elephant.

A	A rare article
B	Useful mode of transport
C	Costly or troublesome possession
D	A proud possession

Question 3 Explanation:

The idiom ‘A white elephant’ means: A possession which is expensive or hard to maintain.

Question 4

The heavy downpour played havoc in the coastal area.

A	Caused destruction
B	Caused diseases
C	Caused floods
D	Caused hardship

Question 4 Explanation:

The idiom ‘Havoc’ means: To cause a widespread damage, destruction or disorder and completely disrupt the life.

Question 5

He has to abide by the hard and fast rule of the company.

A	Flexible
B	Strict
C	Different
D	Speedy

Question 5 Explanation:

The idiom ‘Hard and Fast’ means: To strictly adhere to rule or policies of the company. For example: There are no hard and fast rules in this field, you must trust your own judgment.

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