Question : Select the correct idiom that can substitute the italicised group of words in the given sentence.

Shelley has been contemplating for a few days but still has not decided to quit the job.

Option 1: biting the dust

Option 2: chewing the cud

Option 3: cooling one’s heels

Option 4: getting into hot waters

Question : Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the italicised words in the given sentence.

My mother said, “Make consistent progress for success.”

Option 1: slow and steady

Option 2: make a habit

Option 3: in and outs

Option 4: do’s and don’ts

Question : Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the italicised words in the given sentence.
The world needs a global leader who can hold out a gesture of peace.

Option 1: mother wit

Option 2: halcyon days

Option 3: a grass widow

Option 4: an olive branch

Question : Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the italicised words in the given sentence.
Some people still feel that they have very little freedom to be innovative in their work.

Option 1: elbow room

Option 2: an old lady

Option 3: an old head on young shoulders

Option 4: to make a pile

Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

In hot waters.

Option 1: To be in trouble.

Option 2: To dip in hot water.

Option 3: To be in a hot climate.

Option 4: To feel relaxed.

Question : Select the correct idiom that can substitute the italicised group of words in the given sentence.

You must not participate in the marathon this year without any training. It is an unreal hope on your part!

Option 1: carrying coal to new castle

Option 2: a pipe dream

Option 3: a will-o'-the-wisp

Option 4: to lose one's temper