Idioms and Phrases
Idioms and Phrases: Idioms and Phrases Meaning, English Idioms Examples
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Q126. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom:
The authorities **took him to task** for his negligence.
- gave him additional work
- suspended his assignment
- reprimanded him
- forced him to resign
Solution : reprimanded him
Q127. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom:
In spite of the immense pressure exerted by the militants, the Government has decided not to **give in.**
- accede
- yield
- oblige
- confirm
Solution : yield
Q128. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom:
Their business is now **on its last legs**.
- About to fructify
- About to perish
- About to produce results
- About to take off
Solution : About to perish
Q129. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom:
He **went back on** his promise to vote for me.
- withdrew
- forgot
- reinforced
- supported
Solution : withdrew
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Q130. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom:
The old beggar **ran amuck** and began to throw stones at the pedestrians.
- became desperate
- ran about wildly
- become annoyed
- felt disgusted
Solution : ran about wildly
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