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Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases

Exercise : Idioms and Phrases - Section 2
Directions to Solve
In the following questions four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase italicised and underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.
86.
The curious neighbours were disappointed as the young couple's quarrel was just a storm in a tea cup.
violent quarrel
fuss about a trifle
brittle situation
quarrel about tea cups
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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87.
Mohan always keeps himself to himself
Is too busy
Is selfish
Is unsociable
Does not take sides
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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88.
While the ladies continued their small talk in the drawing room, I felt bored.
whispering
backbiting
gossip
light conversation
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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89.
My car broke down on way to the railway station.
stopped
met with an accident
ran out of petrol
failed to work
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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90.
My father strained every nerve to enable me to get settled in life.
worked very hard
spent a huge amount
tried all tricks
bribed several persons
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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