Phrases & Idioms MCQ Quiz in मल्याळम - Objective Question with Answer for Phrases & Idioms - സൗജന്യ PDF ഡൗൺലോഡ് ചെയ്യുക

The correct answer is: Half a loaf is better than none.

Key Points

• The idiom "Half a loaf is better than none" implies that it is better to have or receive something, even if it is not everything you desire or expect than to have nothing at all.
• It suggests that obtaining a partial or limited benefit is preferable to receiving nothing or experiencing a complete loss.
  • Example: I was aiming for a higher salary, but they offered me less. Well, half a loaf is better than none. At least I have a job now.

​Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Waste not, want not: Avoid wasting resources to prevent future shortages or needs.
• Where there is smoke, there is fire: If there are signs or indications of a problem, there is likely a real issue.
• A storm in a teacup: A situation where there is a lot of fuss or excitement over a trivial matter.

The correct answer is: go the extra mile

Key Points

• "Go the extra mile" is an idiom that precisely conveys the idea of putting in additional effort, going beyond the normal or expected level of commitment or contribution. (प्रतिबद्धता या योगदान के सामान्य या अपेक्षित स्तर से आगे बढ़कर अतिरिक्त प्रयास करना)
  • Example: When working on the project, Sarah always goes the extra mile by conducting thorough research and presenting innovative ideas to ensure its success.
• Complete sentence: Ashu is a dedicated guy, always ready to go the extra mile for the betterment of his company.
• In this context, it suggests that Ashu is not just doing the minimum required but is willing to go above and beyond to contribute to the betterment of his company.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• Snug as a bug in a rug: Very comfortable and cosy. (बहुत आरामदायक)
• Lose his marbles: To become mentally unstable or to lose one's composure. (मानसिक रूप से अस्थिर हो जाना या अपना आपा खो देना)
• Rain on his parade: To spoil someone's plans or to bring disappointment or negative news. (किसी की योजनाएँ बिगाड़ना या निराशा या नकारात्मक समाचार लाना)

The correct answer is: a short nap

Key Points

• Forty winks means a short sleep, especially during the day.
  • Example - He usually has forty winks going home on the train.
• So, it is clear that the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom 'Forty winks' is 'A short nap.'

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is 'C'.

Key Points

• To be at logger heads means to disagree very strongly.
  • For example:- Management and staff are at loggerheads over the plan.
• To be on cloud nine means To be extremely happy.
  •  For example:- He's been on cloud nine ever since she agreed to marry him.    
• To give a piece of one's mind means to speak to someone in an angry way.
  • For example:- He stopped making so much noise after I went over there and gave him a piece of my mind.
• To be at the end of one's tether means a state in which one is not able to deal with a problem, difficult situation, etc., any longer.
  • For example:- I've been dealing with their lies for too long. I'm at the end of my tether.

    Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is "to be enraged and show it"Key PointsLet's learn the meaning of the given idiom:

• Foaming at the mouth: to be extremely angry. 
  • Eg. The creature was foaming at the mouth.

Additional Information

Let's learn some other idioms:

• Foaming up - To achieve a foamy, sudsy, or frothy consistency.
  • Eg. The soap started to foam up once I mixed it with water.

The correct answer is: To end in smoke

Key Points

• The idiom "To end in smoke" means to come to a disappointing or unsuccessful conclusion, often after a lot of effort or anticipation. (अक्सर बहुत प्रयास या प्रत्याशा के बाद निराशाजनक या असफल निष्कर्ष पर पहुँचना) 
  • Example: After months of planning and excitement, the ambitious project to launch the new product ended in smoke when the funding fell through at the last minute.
• The idiom "to end in smoke" aligns perfectly with this scenario, conveying the idea that Geetika's efforts and discussions about the movie led to no tangible or successful outcome.
• It emphasizes the disappointment and lack of fruition after the initial build-up.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• To give the devil his dues: To acknowledge or give credit to someone, even if they are disliked or considered unpleasant. (किसी को स्वीकार करना या श्रेय देना, भले ही उन्हें नापसंद किया गया हो या अप्रिय माना गया हो)
• To get into hot water: To find oneself in trouble or a difficult situation. (स्वयं को परेशानी या कठिन परिस्थिति में पाना)
• To dig the grave: To create problems or take actions that lead to one's own downfall or failure. (ऐसी समस्याएँ पैदा करना या ऐसे कार्य करना जो किसी के स्वयं के पतन या विफलता का कारण बनें)

The correct answer is: To avoid giving a definite answer or position

Key Points

• "Beat about the bush" is an idiom that means to avoid getting to the point of being indirect in communication. (संचार में अप्रत्यक्ष होने की स्थिति से बचने के लिए)
  • For example- Instead of addressing the main issue directly, he tends to beat about the bush and talk about unrelated topics.
• The phrase is often used to encourage someone to be more straightforward or clear in their speech.
• In this context, the speaker is advising someone to not beat about the bush when they have something to say, meaning they should be direct and not avoid giving a clear answer or position.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• "To try to influence" is not an accurate definition of the idiom.
• "To shift blame on others" is not an accurate definition of the idiom.
• "To argue" is not an accurate definition of the idiom.

The correct answer is: To demolish.

Key Points

•  'Knock down' means to kill or injure someone with a vehicle; deliberately destroy a building or wall; reduce a price or amount.

                 • Example-  A drunk driver knocked down and killed two girls.

• Marked option 'To demolish' means to destroy something, for example, a building.
• So it is clear that the most appropriate meaning of 'Knock down' is 'To demolish.'

​Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

The correct answer is: To dig in your heels

Key Points

• The idiom "to dig in your heels" means to refuse to change your opinion or course of action, to be stubborn or determined in your position. (अपनी राय या कार्रवाई के तरीके को बदलने से इनकार करना, अपनी स्थिति पर जिद्दी या दृढ़ होना)
• It implies a strong resistance to pressure or persuasion and a commitment to sticking with one's decision despite obstacles or opposition.
  • Example: After weeks of negotiations, the union members dug in their heels and refused to accept the proposed pay cut.
• In the context given, despite facing setbacks and fatigue, Mia remains steadfast and resolute in her commitment to the race, which aligns with the idea of digging in her heels.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• To throw in the towel: This idiom means to give up, surrender, or admit defeat. (हार मान लेना, समर्पण कर देना या हार स्वीकार कर लेना)
• To bite the bullet: This idiom means to endure a painful or difficult situation with courage and determination, often accepting something unpleasant or unavoidable. (किसी दर्दनाक या कठिन परिस्थिति को साहस और दृढ़ संकल्प के साथ सहन करना)
• To coast to victory: This idiom means to achieve success or victory with minimal effort or difficulty, often implying that the person or team won without exerting much effort or encountering significant challenges. (न्यूनतम प्रयास या कठिनाई से सफलता या विजय प्राप्त करना)

The correct answer is reduce.

Key Points

•  Cut down: to reduce the size, amount, or number of something.
  • Example: I need to cut down on coffee and eat a balanced diet. 
• Thus, the option that is closest in meaning to the underlined idiom/phrase in the given sentence is option 4.

Additional Information

• Recover: to become well again after one has been ill.
• Raise: to lift something up.
• Reduce: to make something less or smaller in quantity, price, size, etc.