English Language Quiz For Bank Foundation 2024-06th March

Directions (1-5): In each of the question given below a/an idiom/phrase is given in bold which is then followed by five options which then try to decipher its meaning. Choose the option which gives the correct meaning of the phrases.

Q1. At the drop of a hat
(a) completely
(b) silently
(c) instantly
(d) delicately
(e) smartly

Q2. Back to the drawing board
(a) to start from the beginning after getting failed
(b) to start doing hard work
(c) to be determined in the sense to complete a task
(d) to be the creator of one self’s destiny
(e) to be bold while expressing

Q3. Ball is in your court
(a) to be fortunate
(b) to survive in a chaotic environment
(c) to be judgmental towards someone
(d) to have the opportunity to make the next decision
(e) to get into trouble even after lots of efforts

Q4. Off one’s rocker
(a) intelligent
(b) crazy
(c) talented
(d) brave
(e) naive

Q5. Best thing since sliced bread
(a) good news after a long time
(b) the best alternative
(c) a good idea or plan
(d) a sorrowful story
(e) a plan that seems to get failed

Solutions

S1. Ans.(c)
Sol. Meaning: Without any hesitation

S2. Ans.(a)
Sol. Meaning: When an attempt fails and it’s time to start all over

S3. Ans.(d)
Sol. Meaning: A situation when it is up to you to make the next decision or step

S4. Ans. (b)
Sol. Meaning: In a confused or befuddled state of mind

S5. Ans.(c)
Sol. Meaning: A good invention or innovation

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