Idioms And Phrases - Study Mode

[#226] The involvement of teachers in the scheme of education proves to be a mare's nest .
Correct Answer

(A) a false invention

Explanation

Solution: mare's nest: an illusory discovery.

[#227] He burnt his fingers by interfering in his neighbour's affairs.
Correct Answer

(D) got himself into trouble

Explanation

Solution: burnt his fingers: To suffer an unpleasant or ruinous consequence.

[#228] Akshay can turn his hand to anything.
Correct Answer

(B) adapt himself to

Explanation

Solution: turn his hand: to start doing something new, especially something that involves skill.

[#229] He always says that he will help, but when it comes to the crunch , he does nothing.
Correct Answer

(A) decisive moment

Explanation

Solution: comes to the crunch: When it is critical.

[#230] Inspite of the efforts of all peace loving people, world peace is still a far cry .
Correct Answer

(B) a long way off

Explanation

Solution: a far cry: a long distance.