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Directions:

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

Question : 16

It is evident from the minister’s statement that heads will roll in the Secretariat.

a) people will die

b) heads will be cut off

c) dismissals will occur

d) transfers will take place

Answer: (d)

Question : 17

to steer clear of

a) explain clearly

b) avoid

c) escape

d) drive carefully

Answer: (b)

Question : 18

to run one down

a) to disparage someone

b) to be weak and tired

c) to run down a lane

d) to be in a hurry

Answer: (a)

Question : 19

to take to heart

a) to like

b) to grieve over

c) to hate

d) to be encouraged

Answer: (b)

Question : 20

He has to abide by the hard and fast rule of the company.

a) difficult

b) strict

c) honest

d) flexible

Answer: (b)

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