Idioms And Phrases Mcqs

The idioms and expressions below are some of the most common in English and equally important for CSS, PMS and all Competitive Exams. Here,  some common and important idioms with meaning and examples are given. The example sentences show how idioms are used in context are also given here.

What does the Idiom “To End in Smoke” Mean?

A. To achieve great success
B. To end in failure or disappointment
C. To be on fire
D. To disappear suddenly

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Correct Answer: B (To end in failure or disappointment)
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What does the Idiom “A Sweet Tooth” Mean?

A. A desire for sweets or sugary foods
B. A desire for salty foods
C. A dislike for sugary foods
D. A dislike for all types of food

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Correct Answer: A (A desire for sweets or sugary foods)
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What is the meaning of the idiom “a turncoat”?

A. A person who changes sides or allegiances
B. A person who is always on time
C. A person who is honest and trustworthy
D. A person who is cowardly and runs away from danger

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Correct Answer: A (A person who changes sides or allegiances)
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What is the meaning of the idiom “the elephant in the room”?

A. A large animal that is causing chaos
B. An issue or problem that is obvious but ignored
C. A difficult task that must be completed
D. To describe someone who is unapproachable

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Correct Answer: B (An issue or problem that is obvious but ignored or avoided)
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What is the meaning of the idiom “to foul off”?

A. To hit a baseball out of the park
B. To commit a mistake or error
C. To succeed in a difficult task
D. To avoid a dangerous situation

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Correct Answer: B (To commit a mistake or error)
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What does the idiom “blessing in disguise” mean?

A. An event that is a disappointment or a failure.
B. A small but valuable item.
C. A good thing that happens unexpectedly.
D. A situation that is likely to cause problems.

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Correct Answer: C (A good thing that happens unexpectedly)
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What does the idiom “cut corners” mean?

A. To take shortcuts and do something in the quickest way possible.
B. To avoid a difficult task or responsibility.
C. To change one’s mind and do something completely different.
D. To do something in a careful and thorough manner.

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Correct Answer: A (To take shortcuts and do something in the quickest way possible)
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