Idioms and One Word Substitution Quiz

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What is the meaning of the idiom "to see the light"?

To be lost or confused

To be tired or exhausted

To be angry or upset

To be enlightened or understand something (correct)

Which of the following is NOT an idiom?

Once in a blue moon

Under the weather

Kick the bucket

A long time ago (correct)

What is the significance of idioms in language?

Idioms have no real meaning in language and are used only for fun.

Idioms make it difficult to understand a language for non-native speakers.

Idioms are primarily used in formal writing and are not used in casual conversation.

Idioms add a new dimension to language, allowing more complex concepts to be expressed. (correct)

Which of the following is an example of an idiom that expresses feeling happy?

To be over the moon (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of understanding idioms?

To be able to read and understand literature effectively (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'At your wit's end' signify?

Completely confused (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which idiom means 'to face consequences'?

Face the music (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Add insult to injury' mean?

To worsen an already negative situation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'Bite the dust' signify?

To face a severe defeat (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which idiom describes a person who is very close to their relatives?

Kith and kin (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'A Herculean task' describe?

A very difficult endeavor (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'In hot water' mean?

In a difficult situation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which idiom means 'to hang around to see what will happen'?

Gone fishing (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Crack of dawn' refer to?

Early in the morning (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'Draw the line' signify?

To establish limits (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which idiom means 'to scold someone'?

Give one a piece of mind (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'A bone to pick' imply?

An unresolved conflict (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Eye for an eye' signify?

Revenge or retaliation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the idiom 'Cloud nine' mean?

Extremely happy (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Idioms

Phrases with meanings not deducible from individual words.

Meaning of Idioms

An idiom conveys a conceptual idea beyond the individual word meanings.