Idioms and Phrases
Direction : In each of the following questions, an idiomatic expression / a proverb has been given, followed by some alternatives. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given Idiom/proverb.
11. | A red letter day | ||
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A. An Unimportant day | |||
B. A dangerous day | |||
C. An auspicious day | |||
D. An important day |
12. | A jaundiced eye | ||
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A. Angry | |||
B. Prejudice | |||
C. Jealousy | |||
D. A generous view |
13. | To read between the lines | ||
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A. To support | |||
B. To read carefully | |||
C. To Concentrate | |||
D. To grasp the hidden meaning |
14. | To change colour | ||
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A. To change performance | |||
B. To favour the wrong person | |||
C. To shift allegiance to | |||
D. None of these |
15. | A cock and bull story | ||
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A. A foolish and concocted story | |||
B. A true story | |||
C. A children's story | |||
D. A story of aniamls |