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Directions:

In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

[SSC CHSL (10+2) DEO & LDC 2014]

Question : 6

We must draw the line somewhere.

a) fix a limit

b) aim at the sky

c) turn the tables

d) put the screw on

Answer: (a)

to draw the line : to set a limit.

We would have liked to invite all our relatives, but you have to draw the line somewhere.

The best option is fix a limit.

Question : 7

The trial made a mockery of justice.

a) it was a mock trial

b) there was no serious outcome

c) made the system look ridiculous

d) people mocked at the judgement

Answer: (b)

Make a mockery of something : to make something seem ridiculous or useless.

The film made a mockery of a serious illness.

The best option is there was no serious outcome

Question : 8

He wanted this agreement in black and white.

a) orally

b) in discourse

c) in detail

d) in writing

Answer: (d)

in black and white : in writing

I never thought they’d put it in black and white on the front page.

The best option is in writing

Question : 9

The President gave away the prizes to the winners.

a) released

b) gave back

c) distributed

d) let go

Answer: (c)

give away : distribute

The mayor gave away the prizes at the school sports day.

The best option is distributed

Question : 10

When he left he was extremely disappointed. I think he’s gone for good.

a) to a good place

b) to a foreign country

c) permanently

d) to seek good fortune

Answer: (c)

for good : permanently

This time she’s leaving for good.

The best option is permanently

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