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Directions:

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

[SSC CGL Tier-I (Re-Exam–2013) 2014]

Question : 26

We must work with all our might and main, otherwise we cannot succeed.

a) complete trust

b) exceptional skill

c) full unity

d) full force

Discuss »

Answer: (d)

all our might and main : with great strength, energy or power.

The huge warrior, with all his might and main, could not break his way through the castle gates.

The best option is full force

Question : 27

to throw dust in one’s eyes.

a) to deceive

b) to show false things

c) to make blind

d) to harm someone

Discuss »

Answer: (a)

To throw dust in one’s eyes : to deceive

She threw dust in the eyes of the jeweller by pretending to be a well-to-do lady and then stole the necklace.

The best option is to deceive

Question : 28

We had better batten down the hatches. The weather is unpredictable.

a) prepare for a difficult situation

b) go somewhere safe

c) face the obstacles

d) stay in-door

Discuss »

Answer: (a)

batten down the hatches : to prepare yourself for a period of difficulty or trouble.

A natural tendency in times of recession is to batten down the hatches and think about our own needs.

The best option is prepare for a difficult situation.

Question : 29

He gave vent to his pleasure with a smile.

a) allowed

b) expressed

c) enjoyed

d) shared

Discuss »

Answer: (b)

Give vent to something = to express a feeling

Children give vent to their anger in various ways.

The best option is expressed

Question : 30

As soon as the police arrived, the bank robbers showed the white flag.

a) surrendered

b) ran away

c) were incensed

d) calmly left the scene

Discuss »

Answer: (a)

show white flag : a sign that you accept defeat and wish to stop fighting

The soldiers laid down their guns and walked towards the enemy camp, carrying a white flag.

The best option is surrendered

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