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IDIOMS AND PHRASES QUESTIONS FOR SSC GD PDF<\/a><\/p>\n GET 20 SSC GD MOCK FOR JUST RS. 117<\/a><\/p>\n FREE SSC EXAM YOUTUBE VIDEOS<\/a><\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 1:\u00a0<\/b>Sink or swim<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Start a swimming training<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Stay dead or alive<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Fail or succeed entirely by one’s own efforts<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To live or die<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 2:\u00a0<\/b>Know the ropes<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Have a lot of knowledge about threads<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Remain silent in one\u2019s comfort zone<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Get involved in an avoidable fight<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Be informed about the details of a situation or task<\/p>\n Question 3:\u00a0<\/b>cut the mustard<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Operate in a satisfactory manner<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Achieve goals in unconventional ways<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Expand the horizon with a broader perspective<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Look out for minute details<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 4:\u00a0<\/b>Vote with one\u2019s feet<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Cover a good distance by one feet<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Participate in elections by hook and crook<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To show one\u2019s displeasure by walking out<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Get engulfed in a lot of activities at the same time<\/p>\n Question 5:\u00a0<\/b>Bell the cat<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Deprived of basic fundamental rights<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To undertake a risky or impossible task<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To behave cruelly with cat<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Love someone’s cat<\/p>\n SSC GD FREE PREVIOUS PAPERS<\/a><\/p>\n LATEST FREE SSC GD MOCK 2019<\/a><\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 6:\u00a0<\/b>Touch and go<\/p>\n a)\u00a0A desired outcome possible but very uncertain<\/p>\n b)\u00a0A venture started secretly<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Participate in time restraining activities<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Waste of time<\/p>\n Question 7:\u00a0<\/b>A Benjamin’s portion<\/p>\n a)\u00a0A scientific part<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Leftover part after use<\/p>\n c)\u00a0A large portion<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Curse someone<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 8:\u00a0<\/b>To put one\u2019s hand to plough<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Start an agricultural venture<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Take care a lot many things at the same time<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To participate in a fun event<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To set to work<\/p>\n Question 9:\u00a0<\/b>Reading between the lines<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Nerd\u2019s paradise<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Look for a meaning that is implied rather than explicitly stated<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Be present at the right moment in a meeting<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Enhance your skill set in an unconventional way<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 10:\u00a0<\/b>Beating around the bush<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Avoid the main topic<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To disclose a secret<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Remove obstacle from your way<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Being dedicated towards a greater goal<\/p>\n DOWNLOAD APP TO ACESS DIRECTLY ON MOBILE<\/a><\/p>\n Question 11:\u00a0<\/b>To move heaven and earth<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Sway the momentum to turn the table<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To do everything you can to achieve something<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Rely on preconceived notions to get the work done<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Participate in an unconventional way<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 12:\u00a0<\/b>To pour oil on troubled waters<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To initial conversation with a stranger<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Sideline someone because of understanding<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Spread the existing dispute<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To make peace on a dispute or disagreement<\/p>\n Question 13:\u00a0<\/b>Open Pandora\u2019s Box<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Build momentum to wave path for immediate success<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Ruling out the myths about a mystery<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To find a source of great troubles and problems<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To everyone happy by distributing the share equally<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 14:\u00a0<\/b>Give cold shoulder<\/p>\n a)\u00a0intentionally ignore someone<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Had a monstrous fight with someone<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To spread a false rumor about someone<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To accept defeat without even trying<\/p>\n Question 15:\u00a0<\/b>Break the ice<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Point out someone\u2019s fault deliberately<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Point out distress among a specific community<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To initiate a social conversation or interaction<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To make arrangement for a feast<\/p>\n FREE SSC PRACTICE SET (DAILY TEST)<\/a><\/p>\n SSC CGL Free Mock Test<\/a><\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 16:\u00a0<\/b>It takes two to tango<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Restrict the movement<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Went on a trip in a group of two<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To hear rumors about something or someone<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Actions and communications need more than one person<\/p>\n Question 17:\u00a0<\/b>Icing on the cake<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To learn something formally<\/p>\n b)\u00a0An attractive but inessential addition or enhancement.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To follow the rules strictly<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To make something useful by using waste products<\/p>\n Question 18:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases.<\/strong> Devil\u2019s advocate<\/p>\n a)\u00a0An accomplice in crime<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Someone who presents a counter-argument<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Someone who supports a criminal<\/p>\n d)\u00a0A cruel person<\/p>\n Question 19:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases.<\/strong> Blessing in disguise<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Something good that isn’t recognized at first<\/p>\n b)\u00a0A talented person<\/p>\n c)\u00a0A kindhearted person<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Something which was not expected<\/p>\n Question 20:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases.<\/strong> Cat got your tongue<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Speechless<\/p>\n b)\u00a0One who talks a lot<\/p>\n c)\u00a0One who is scared of very small things<\/p>\n d)\u00a0One who is daring to take risks<\/p>\n Instructions<\/b><\/p>\n Choose the option that best captures the meaning of the idiom given below:<\/p>\n Question 21:\u00a0<\/b>Read the riot act<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To reprimand someone harshly.<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To learn something formally.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To ask someone to know the rules properly before making a comment.<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To follow the rules strictly.<\/p>\n Question 22:\u00a0<\/b>Out of the woods<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Lacking in knowledge.<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To have passed a dangerous phase successfully.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To be reduced to a shadow of one’s former self.<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To make something using forest based raw materials.<\/p>\n Question 23:\u00a0<\/b>Be in the black<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To be sick.<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To get involved in a legal hassle.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To attend a funeral.<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To make more than the expenditure.<\/p>\n Question 24:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases.<\/strong> Give stick<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To help<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To praise<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To punish<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To criticize<\/p>\n Question 25:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases.<\/strong> Chew the fat<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To eat tasty food<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To chat or gossip for a long time<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To work hard<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To engage in a quarrel<\/p>\n Question 26:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Bread and butter<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Edible items<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Itemized deductions<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Start afresh<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Main source of income<\/p>\n Question 27:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Bury the hatchets<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Risk your integrity to get the work done<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Assign significant importance to someone<\/p>\n c)\u00a0End a conflict and become friendly<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Kill an enemy<\/p>\n Question 28:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Bed of thorns<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Full of difficulties<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Extreme patriotism<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Supporting anti-incumbency movements<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Work half-heartedly towards a definite goal<\/p>\n Question 29:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: a)\u00a0Venturing into different avenues<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To be healthy again after sickness<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Portray sophisticated tantrums<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Early taste of success<\/p>\n Question 30:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases. Bronx cheer<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To cheer with vigour<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To punish someone<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To cheer sarcastically<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To cheer for an opponent team recognizing their play.<\/p>\n Question 31:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases. Neck of the woods<\/p>\n a)\u00a0A thickly forested area<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To be in deep trouble<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Just the beginning of something<\/p>\n d)\u00a0A neighbourhood<\/p>\n Question 32:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases. Beet red<\/p>\n a)\u00a0To thrash someone mercilessly<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To be embarrassed or angry<\/p>\n c)\u00a0To be saddened by a bitter experience<\/p>\n d)\u00a0To beat the opponent by a good margin<\/p>\n Question 33:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases. Kitty corner<\/p>\n a)\u00a0A place where useless stuff is stored.<\/p>\n b)\u00a0A place assigned to someone who is important.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0A place that is diagonally opposite to the given place.<\/p>\n d)\u00a0A place that is isolated and located far away.<\/p>\n Question 34:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases. Get the boot<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Join the Military<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Get promoted<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Get fired<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Do the preparatory work for a task to be accomplished<\/p>\n Question 35:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases. Ace in the hole<\/p>\n a)\u00a0A crucial resource that is hidden till its use is required.<\/p>\n b)\u00a0A talented person who is chained by his circumstances.<\/p>\n c)\u00a0A person who is considered a doyen in his field.<\/p>\n d)\u00a0A person whose capabilities are limited to a particular field.<\/p>\n Question 36:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Run helter-skelter<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Risking life for unnecessary adventures<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Dream about tidy situations<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Reaching the venue at the last moment<\/p>\n d)\u00a0A carelessly hurried situation<\/p>\n Question 37:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Throw out of gears<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Get excited about unplanned adventures<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Lose control overgrowth<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Disturb the working of the existing system<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Speed up the growth<\/p>\n Question 38:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Turn the tables<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Get into an argument<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Reverse the situation<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Showing aggressive characteristics<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Disturbing the working of the existing system<\/p>\n Question 39:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option that captures the meaning of the given idiom: Quite the thing<\/p>\n a)\u00a0Very fashionable and popular<\/p>\n b)\u00a0Friendly attitude towards relatives<\/p>\n c)\u00a0Audacious mind<\/p>\n d)\u00a0Significant importance<\/p>\n Question 40:\u00a0<\/b>Choose the option which is nearest to the meaning of given idioms\/phrases.<\/strong> All mouth no trousers<\/p>\n a)\u00a0A poor man<\/p>\n b)\u00a0To talk boastfully without any intention of acting on one’s words<\/p>\n c)\u00a0An empty threat<\/p>\n d)\u00a0A responsible man<\/p>\n Answers & Solutions:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n 1)\u00a0Answer\u00a0(C)<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018Sink or swim\u2019 refers to fail or succeed entirely by one’s own efforts. Therefore, option C is the right answer.<\/p>\n 2)\u00a0Answer\u00a0(D)<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018Know the ropes’ means to remain informed about the details of a situation or task. Therefore, option D is the right answer.<\/p>\n
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