For a healthy and lasting friendship one must be on the level.
(1) equally rich
(2) mentally compatible
(3) honest and sincere
(4) ready for sacrifices
Correct Answer: (3) honest and sincere
Explanation:
The phrase “on the level” means to be straightforward, truthful, and fair in dealings. So, in a friendship, being “on the level” means being honest and sincere.
He cannot hold a candle to his elder brother.
(1) equal to
(2) not as clever as
(3) cannot be compared to
(4) duller than
Correct Answer: (3) cannot be compared to
Explanation:
“To not hold a candle to someone” means to be inferior or not nearly as good as someone else, often in terms of ability or character. Hence, the person cannot be compared to his elder brother due to the difference in capability or merit.
When they were surrounded from all sides, the dacoits laid down their arms.
(1) put their arms on the ground
(2) fought bravely
(3) surrendered
(4) became nervous
Correct Answer: (3) surrendered
Explanation:
To “lay down one’s arms” literally means to put down weapons. Figuratively, it means to surrender, especially in a conflict or confrontation.
The angry hockey players gave vent to their feelings.
(1) to express
(2) to emphasise
(3) to suppress
(4) to dismiss
Correct Answer: (1) to express
Explanation:
To “give vent to” something means to release or express strong emotions, especially anger or frustration.
to take to one’s heels
(1) to walk slowly
(2) to run away
(3) to march forward
(4) to hop and jump
Correct Answer: (2) to run away
Explanation:
The idiom “take to one’s heels” means to run away quickly, often from danger or fear.
Gopi works by fits and starts.
(1) consistently
(2) irregularly
(3) in high spirits
(4) enthusiastically
Correct Answer: (2) irregularly
Explanation:
“By fits and starts” means not in a consistent or steady manner, but rather irregularly or sporadically.
When the Inspector entered the class some of the students shook in their shoes.
(1) stamped the ground with their shoes
(2) showed signs of anger
(3) trembled with fear
(4) stood up to salute
Correct Answer: (3) trembled with fear
Explanation:
“To shake in one’s shoes” means to be extremely frightened or nervous, often because of authority or fear of punishment.
to strain every nerve
(1) to make utmost efforts
(2) to feel weak and tired
(3) to be a diligent worker
(4) to be methodical in work
Correct Answer: (1) to make utmost efforts
Explanation:
“To strain every nerve” means to try extremely hard or make every possible effort to achieve something.
The carefully worked–out plan fell through because of an unexpected event.
(1) came out successfully
(2) had a steep fall
(3) was shattered
(4) failed
Correct Answer: (4) failed
Explanation:
“Fell through” means a plan or attempt failed or did not materialize as expected.
I trust you will bear with me a few minutes more.
(1) have patience with
(2) support
(3) carry the burden for
(4) be in control for
Answer:- (1) have patience with
The phrasal verb “bear with” means to be patient with someone while they are doing something, especially when it might take a little time or cause slight inconvenience.