SSCCGL English Language And Comprehension

Question 71

In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase printed in the bold in the sentence, Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
My uncle's business has gone to the dogs.
  • is ruined

  • is dead

  • is sick

  • is angry

Solution

A.

is ruined

Question 72

In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase printed in the bold in the sentence, Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Despite the highs and lows, life tends to average itself out.
  • balance itself

  • be unvarying

  • show equal value

  • get compatible

Solution

A.

balance itself

Question 73

In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase printed in the bold in the sentence, Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
On second thoughts she refused to accept his invitation.
  • On reconsidering

  • reviewing leisurely

  • moral grounds

  • seeing his brashness

Solution

A.

On reconsidering

Question 74

In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase printed in the bold in the sentence, Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
I stirred the hornet's nest by my honest statement.
  • responded to criticism angrily

  • caused anger in many people

  • stopped people criticizing someone

  • acted with energy and interest

Solution

B.

caused anger in many people

Question 75

In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase printed in the bold in the sentence, Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
He knows how to break in horses.
  • rear

  • tend

  • train

  • force

Solution

C.

train