Idioms And Phrases - Study Mode

[#116] To smell a rat
Correct Answer

(C) To suspect foul dealings
(G) To suspect a trick or deceit

Explanation

Solution: To smell a rat: to suspect or realize that something is wrong in a particular situation

[#117] To hit the nail right on the head
Correct Answer

(A) To do the right thing

Explanation

Solution: To hit the nail right on the head: to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem

[#118] To set one's face against
Correct Answer

(A) To oppose with determination

Explanation

Solution: To set one's face against: strongly disapprove.

[#119] Sobhraj could be easily arrested because the police were tipped off in a advance.
Correct Answer

(C) Given advance information

Explanation

Solution: tipped off: to give someone a warning or secret information about something.

[#120] I met him after a long time, but he gave me the cold shoulder .
Correct Answer

(D) ignored me

Explanation

Solution: cold shoulder: be deliberately unfriendly to.