Idioms and Phrases SSC MTS Questions

SSC MTS-English Language and Comprehension

Idioms and Phrases MCQ Questions


1.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Call the shots
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A.
To be a follower that makes less important decision
B.
To be in a position to make decisions that influences a situation
C.
To be in a powerless position that follows orders
D.
To be in a neutral position
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ANSWER :
B. To be in a position to make decisions that influences a situation
2.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
She like hot cakes
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A.
Quick sell out
B.
Selling cakes
C.
Being ignored
D.
Eating hot cake
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ANSWER :
A. Quick sell out
3.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The hiring manager has already offered you the job; now, _______ to accept or decline the offer.
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A.
a penny for your thoughts
B.
the ball is in your court
C.
pull your leg
D.
get your act together
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ANSWER :
B. the ball is in your court
4.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Let sleeping dogs lie
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A.
To let somebody sleep
B.
To fall sick intentionally
C.
Leave an existing situation as it is
D.
To care for the pet
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ANSWER :
C. Leave an existing situation as it is
5.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Cup of tea
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A.
long held desire
B.
A cup brimming with tea
C.
favourite pastime
D.
something one likes / excels in
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ANSWER :
D. something one likes / excels in
6.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
One’s cup of tea
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A.
One’s general principle
B.
One’s perception about someone
C.
One's chosen or preferred thing
D.
One’s hard-earned money
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ANSWER :
C. One's chosen or preferred thing