English 101 Grammar Question - 2

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    What does the saying "Don't make a mountain out of a molehill" mean?

    • Don't Make Big Of Something Small
    • One Solution Solves Two Problems
    • He's Gives The Problem All His Attention
    • Start Thinking About A Solution
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This quiz titled 'English 101 Grammar Question - 2' assesses understanding of English idioms. It includes questions interpreting phrases like 'fish out of water' and 'mountain out of a molehill', focusing on their meaning in everyday language, enhancing comprehension and usage skills.

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  • 2. 

    What does the saying "We had a whale of a time" mean?

    • Don't Be Afraid Of Trying Something

    • He Has No Courage

    • We Had A Great Time

    • You Can't Use It And Save It

    Correct Answer
    A. We Had A Great Time
    Explanation
    The saying "We had a whale of a time" means that the person or group had a great time. The phrase "whale of a time" is used to emphasize the enjoyment and fun that was experienced during a particular event or activity. It suggests that the time spent was extremely enjoyable and memorable.

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  • 3. 

    "She'll go ape", means what?

    • I'm In A Dilemma

    • She'll Become Very Upset

    • She Makes Tough Deals

    • Don't Be Afraid Of Trying Something

    Correct Answer
    A. She'll Become Very Upset
    Explanation
    The phrase "She'll go ape" is an idiom that means someone will become very upset or angry. The word "ape" is used metaphorically to describe someone's intense emotional reaction, similar to how a wild ape might behave. Therefore, the correct answer is "She'll Become Very Upset."

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  • 4. 

    "Don't let the cat out of the bag", means what?

    • You'll Cause A Lot Of New Problems

    • Don't Tell Our Secret

    • It's Three Miles Going Straight

    • He's Not Telling The Truth

    Correct Answer
    A. Don't Tell Our Secret
    Explanation
    The phrase "Don't let the cat out of the bag" is an idiom that means to not reveal a secret or confidential information. It is often used to caution someone against disclosing information that should be kept private. Therefore, the correct answer "Don't Tell Our Secret" accurately captures the meaning of the idiom.

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    What does the saying "He"ll weasel out" mean?

    • Don't Give A False Alarm

    • He'll Back Out Of All Agreements

    • Forget Your Pride And Solve The Problem

    • He Brings Home The Family Money

    Correct Answer
    A. He'll Back Out Of All Agreements
    Explanation
    The saying "He'll weasel out" means that the person in question will find a way to avoid or escape from fulfilling their commitments or agreements. They are likely to back out of any promises or obligations they have made. This phrase implies that the person is unreliable and cannot be trusted to follow through on their word.

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  • 6. 

    What does the saying "Those are crocodile tears" mean?

    • He's The Headman

    • Don't Be Afraid Of Trying Something

    • Those Are False Tears

    • We Had A Great Time

    Correct Answer
    A. Those Are False Tears
    Explanation
    The saying "Those are crocodile tears" means that someone is pretending to be upset or sad, but their emotions are not genuine. It implies that the person is being insincere or deceitful in their display of emotions.

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    What does the saying "You"ll stir up a hornet's nest" mean?

    • He's A Very Good Person

    • She's Always Has Good Practical Ideas

    • You'll Cause A Lot Of New Problems

    • He Is A Thoroughly Evil Person

    Correct Answer
    A. You'll Cause A Lot Of New Problems
    Explanation
    The saying "You'll stir up a hornet's nest" means that if you proceed with a certain action or behavior, you will create a lot of new problems or difficulties. It implies that the situation will become chaotic or dangerous, just like stirring up a nest of hornets would result in being stung and facing a swarm of angry insects.

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  • 8. 

    What does the saying "I've got a frog in my throat" mean?

    • Those Are False Tears

    • Be Happy With What We Have On Hand

    • Don't Give A False Alarm

    • Need To Clear My Throat

    Correct Answer
    A. Need To Clear My Throat
    Explanation
    The saying "I've got a frog in my throat" is an idiomatic expression used to describe the feeling of having a hoarse or croaky voice due to phlegm or irritation in the throat. It implies the need to cough or clear the throat in order to regain normal speech.

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    What does the saying "She's pig-headed" mean?

    • She Makes Tough Deals

    • Her Ideas Are Not Practical

    • She Is Very Stubborn

    • We'll Get Items

    Correct Answer
    A. She Is Very Stubborn
    Explanation
    The saying "She's pig-headed" means that the person referred to is very stubborn. The term "pig-headed" is used metaphorically to describe someone who is obstinate and refuses to change their opinions or behavior. This person is likely to be difficult to persuade or convince, as they are set in their ways and unwilling to compromise or adapt.

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  • 10. 

    "He drinks like a fish", means what?

    • Don't Take More Than Your Share

    • He's Too Busy With Many Things

    • His Ideas Are Not Practical

    • He Is A Heavy Alcohol Drinker

    Correct Answer
    A. He Is A Heavy Alcohol Drinker
    Explanation
    The phrase "He drinks like a fish" is an idiomatic expression that means the person in question consumes alcohol excessively or heavily. Comparing someone's drinking habits to that of a fish, which is known for constantly drinking water, implies that the person drinks a lot and possibly has a high tolerance for alcohol.

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  • 11. 

    The saying "Quit horsing around" means what?

    • Stop Being Silly And Get Serious

    • You Must Survive This Situation

    • She Informs On Everybody

    • Don't Be Afraid Of Trying Something

    Correct Answer
    A. Stop Being Silly And Get Serious
    Explanation
    The saying "Quit horsing around" is an idiomatic expression that is used to tell someone to stop fooling around or being silly and to start taking a situation or task seriously. It implies that the person needs to focus and stop wasting time or being playful.

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    What is meant by the phrase "He ratted on me"?

    • He's Too Busy With Many Things

    • I'm In Love With You

    • He Informed Others About My Secrets

    • Don't Take More Than Your Share

    Correct Answer
    A. He Informed Others About My Secrets
    Explanation
    The phrase "He ratted on me" means that someone informed others about my secrets or betrayed my trust by revealing confidential information.

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    "Don't let him get your goat", means what?

    • He's Gives The Problem All His Attention

    • It's A Well-Used Popular Book

    • Stop Being Silly And Get Serious

    • Don't Let Him Get You Upset

    Correct Answer
    A. Don't Let Him Get You Upset
    Explanation
    The phrase "Don't let him get your goat" means not allowing someone to upset or provoke you. It suggests maintaining emotional control and not letting someone's actions or words affect your mood or state of mind.

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  • 14. 

    What does the saying "Don't make a hog of yourself" mean?

    • Don't Take More Than Your Share

    • Let's Share Ideas

    • I Need And Want Some Ideas From You

    • She's Upset

    Correct Answer
    A. Don't Take More Than Your Share
    Explanation
    The saying "Don't make a hog of yourself" means that one should not take more than their fair share of something. It implies that one should be considerate and not be greedy or selfish in their actions.

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    "She's like a fish out of water", means what?

    • She Is Not In Her Area Of Expertise

    • It's A Difficult Problem To Solve

    • If You See One You See The Other

    • I Will Be Totally Surprised

    Correct Answer
    A. She Is Not In Her Area Of Expertise
    Explanation
    The phrase "She's like a fish out of water" means that she is not in her area of expertise. This implies that she is unfamiliar or uncomfortable in the current situation or environment, just like a fish would be out of its natural habitat when taken out of water.

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    What does the saying "He's a rat" mean?

    • He Is A Thoroughly Evil Person

    • He Is Not To Be Trusted

    • Don't Let Him Get You Upset

    • He's Too Busy With Many Things

    Correct Answer
    A. He Is Not To Be Trusted
    Explanation
    The saying "He's a rat" means that the person in question is not to be trusted. It implies that the individual is deceitful or untrustworthy, possibly engaging in dishonest or sneaky behavior. This phrase is often used to warn others about someone's untrustworthiness or to express disappointment or anger towards that person.

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  • 17. 

    "It sounds fishy" means what?

    • It's A Crazy Idea

    • It Smells Very Bad

    • It's Quite Simple

    • It Doesn't Sound Like It's True

    Correct Answer
    A. It Doesn't Sound Like It's True
    Explanation
    The phrase "It sounds fishy" is an idiomatic expression that is used to express suspicion or doubt about something. It implies that the situation or statement being discussed does not appear to be true or genuine. The phrase suggests that there may be something suspicious or questionable about the information or proposal being presented.

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  • 18. 

    What does the saying "Let's talk turkey" mean?

    • Let's Begin To Talk Seriously

    • He's My Favorite Person

    • Let's Share Ideas

    • It Is The Heaviest Rain I Have Ever Seen

    Correct Answer
    A. Let's Begin To Talk Seriously
    Explanation
    The saying "Let's talk turkey" means to start discussing something seriously or honestly. It implies a desire to have a straightforward and direct conversation without any distractions or beating around the bush. It suggests that the speaker wants to address the matter at hand openly and honestly, without any hesitation or delay.

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  • 19. 

    What does the phrase "card shark" mean?

    • A Professional Card Player

    • Someone Ineffectual

    • A Box To Hold Cards

    • Shut Up And Listen

    Correct Answer
    A. A Professional Card Player
    Explanation
    The phrase "card shark" refers to a professional card player. This term is often used to describe someone who is highly skilled and experienced in playing card games. A card shark is known for their ability to manipulate and outsmart opponents, using their expertise to win games and make money.

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  • 20. 

    "He rolled snake eyes", means what?

    • This Will Absolutely Amaze You

    • He Will Fail On This Thing

    • Don't Give A False Alarm

    • His Dice Had Two Ones

    Correct Answer
    A. His Dice Had Two Ones
    Explanation
    The phrase "He rolled snake eyes" is a common idiom used to describe rolling a pair of dice and getting a total of one on both dice. In this context, the correct answer "His Dice Had Two Ones" accurately explains the meaning of the phrase.

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