Exercise: Idioms And Phrases

Questions for: Idioms And Phrases

The authorities took him to task for his negligence.
A:
gave him additional work
B:
suspended his assignment
C:
reprimanded him
D:
forced him to resign
Answer: C
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The detective left no stone unturned to trace the culprit.
A:
took no pains
B:
did very irrelevant things
C:
resorted to illegitimate practices
D:
used all available means
Answer: D
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Rohit has bitten off more than he chew.
A:
Is trying to do much
B:
Is very greedy
C:
Is always hungry
D:
Has little regard for others
Answer: A
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His speech went down well with the majority of the audience.
A:
found acceptance with
B:
was attentively listened to by
C:
was appreciated by
D:
was applauded by
Answer: C
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The parliamentary inquiry into the Bofors deal did not bring to light any startling facts.
A:
Prove
B:
Probe
C:
Highlight
D:
Disclose
Answer: D
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