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ELC10 - Idioms Learning Exercise

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What does the idiom 'to make ends meet' mean?

To have just enough money to pay for the things you need (correct)
To spend more money than you earn
To have an excessive amount of money
To save money for future needs

What does the idiom 'to pay an arm and a leg' mean?

To exchange goods instead of paying with money
To refuse to pay for something
To pay a small amount of money for something valuable
To pay a lot of money for something (correct)

What does the idiom 'to be worth one's weight in gold' imply?

To be easily replaceable
To be of average value
To be extremely valuable or useful (correct)
To be worthless and unimportant

What is the meaning of the idiom 'to put your money where your mouth is'?

To show by your actions and not just your words that you support or believe in something (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'tighten one's belt'?

To stick to a strict budget and spend less money (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'to cash in on something' imply?

To benefit or profit from a situation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'breaking the bank'?

Spending more money than one can afford (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is a person said to be 'in the black'?

When they are profitable or financially solvent (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'to go Dutch' mean?

To split the cost of a meal or activity between all participants (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of banking transactions, what does the idiom 'saving for a rainy day' imply?

Setting aside money for future unforeseen expenses (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the idiom 'money talks' in the context of banking and finances?

Suggests that money gives one power and influence (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'to foot the bill' imply?

To pay for something, usually something expensive (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'in the red' mean?

To be in debt or losing money (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'a penny saved is a penny earned' imply?

Saving money is as important as earning it (D) Signup and view all the answers

When is a prediction said to be 'on the money'?

When the prediction is exactly right (B) Signup and view all the answers