English Idioms Quiz
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What does the idiom 'better late than never' imply?

  • It is better to wait rather than rush.
  • Arriving late is preferable to not showing up. (correct)
  • It is important to be punctual at all times.
  • Timeliness is often overrated.
  • What does the idiom 'to make matters worse' mean?

  • To simplify a complex situation.
  • To understand a situation better.
  • To resolve an issue effectively.
  • To aggravate an existing problem. (correct)
  • What does the expression 'calling it a day' signify?

  • To stop working for the day. (correct)
  • To reflect on one's achievements.
  • To plan for the next day.
  • To celebrate a successful event.
  • Which idiom means to become emotionally stable or composed?

    <p>Pull yourself together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'hit the sack' refer to in idiomatic expression?

    <p>To go to sleep.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the idiom 'hang in there'?

    <p>To maintain persistence and not give up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'beating around the bush' imply?

    <p>To avoid addressing a topic directly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the idiom 'no pain, no gain' suggest?

    <p>Discomfort is necessary for achieving goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the idiom 'getting out of hand' mean?

    <p>To lose control of a situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the idiom 'pulling someone's leg' mean?

    <p>To tease or joke with someone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    English Idioms (Idomatic Expressions)

    • English idioms, proverbs, and expressions are a crucial part of everyday English, appearing frequently in both written and spoken communication.
    • Idioms frequently don't have a literal meaning. Understanding their meaning and usage is essential.
    • Learning idioms, though seemingly demanding, is enjoyable.

    Practice Group Examples

    • Better late than never: Arriving late is preferred to not arriving at all.
    • Beat around the bush: Avoiding saying exactly what you mean because it might be uncomfortable.
    • Calm down: To become less agitated or nervous; to relax.
    • Get out of hand: To get out of control.
    • Call it a day: To stop working on something for the day.
    • Pulling someone's leg: Joking with someone; teasing.
    • Make matters worse: To worsen a difficult or unpleasant situation.
    • Hit the sack: To go to bed, to sleep.
    • Hang in there: To persevere; to not give up.
    • No pain, no gain: Hard work is necessary to achieve success.
    • Make a problem worse: To worsen a difficult or unpleasant situation.

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    Test your knowledge of popular English idioms and expressions with this engaging quiz. Understanding these expressions is crucial for effective communication in everyday situations. See how well you can interpret idioms and improve your language skills!

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