Idioms and Phrases is an important topic for all competitive exams i.e. SSC CGLE, CHSL, CPO, MTS, BANK etc. Around 2 to 3 questions are asked in SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS Pre and 4 to 5 questions are asked in Mains exams on this topic and can have a huge impact on your overall score. To help with this, we have compiled idioms and phrases in quiz form frequently asked in previous SSC exams.
Quiz of Idioms and Phrases asked in SSC MTS 2024 Tier 1 :
#1. You overhear someone say, “He’s always on cloud nine.” What does this idiom mean in the given context?
#2. Sonali is (contemplating) whether to accept the offer from Saanvi or not; she is still not in a position to be able to arrive at a decision.
#3. When pigs fly
#4. Apple of one’s eye
#5. On the back foot
#6. Catch someone’s eye
#7. Baker’s Dozen
#8. Your sibling accidentally broke your favourite vase. Which of the following idioms might you use to tell them not to worry about it?
#9. Clear the decks
#10. Despite the difficulties, Sarah (started her business with great energy and hard work), and performed remarkably well in the industry.
#11. Mary appeared for the test. She was (waiting anxiously) for the test result.
#12. Skeleton in the cupboard
#13. Through thick and thin
#14. Can you please (stop continuously complaining about the student’s shortcomings)?
#15. Hanging by a thread
#16. To throw caution to the wind
#17. The entire audience (was all ears) when the Indian-born American economist started giving a speech.
#18. Bheem has been shown in the popular culture as someone who (eats in large quantity).
#19. He (gnashed his teeth) at his son’s actions.
#20. Run errands
#21. The situation was (out of hand). So, the manager called the police station for help.
#22. This is going to be overwhelming for you as you have (taken on work beyond your capabilities).
#23. Having known to the facts, the manager (disregarded the arguments of) the customer.
#24. Clear as mud
#25. Everyone says that waking up early in the morning is beneficial for our health and overall well-being. But it is (easier said than done).
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