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Idioms and Phrases
6) To be above board
- to be honest and not trying to deceive anyone
- to have a good height
- to be free of debts
- looking beautiful
Answer: A
Explanation: Peter is known for his above board conduct.
7) To put one’s hand to plough
- to irritate others
- to take a difficult task
- to take interest in painting
- to get engaged in unnecessary tasks
Answer: B
Explanation: Even after the retirement, he puts his hand to plough by doing big projects.
8) To pick holes
- to irritate someone
- to praise someone
- to criticize someone
- to disappoint someone
Answer: C
Explanation: It is not easy to pick holes in his speech.
9) To leave someone in the lurch
- to desert someone in a difficult situation
- to entertain someone
- to deceive someone
- to dislike someone
Answer: A
Explanation: Jack left Alex in the lurch, and Alex had to complete the project by himself.
10) To play second fiddle
- to come at the second position
- to take a subordinate position to another person
- to get the second chance
- feeling sad
Answer: B
Explanation: Tom was tired of playing second fiddle, so he planned to start his own company.
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