Idioms Test! Basic Questions Trivia Quiz

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1. I am all ears mean that I am listening to you.

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The phrase "I am all ears" is an idiomatic expression that means one is fully attentive and ready to listen to someone. Therefore, the statement "I am all ears mean that I am listening to you" is an accurate interpretation of the phrase.

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Are you looking for an idioms test? An idiom is a phrase that has an underlying meaning ad should not be taken at face value. Do you know how to use such phases perfectly to spruce up your articles when need be? Use this quiz to test out how good... see moreyou are at deducing the meaning of different idioms. see less

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2. They are going bananas. 

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The phrase "They are going bananas" is an idiomatic expression that means they are acting crazy or behaving in an irrational or wild manner. It does not literally refer to someone riding in a banana or looking at a banana. The correct answer is "They are acting crazy."

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3. That was a piece of cake means?

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The phrase "That was a piece of cake" is an idiomatic expression that means something was very easy to accomplish. It is not related to the taste or appearance of a cake, but rather used to describe a task or situation that required little effort or difficulty.

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4. Don't let the cat out of the bag means?

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"Don't let the cat out of the bag" is an idiomatic expression that means to not reveal or disclose a secret or confidential information. It is used to caution someone to keep a secret and not to divulge it to others. This expression is derived from the idea of a cat being hidden in a bag and if it were to escape, the secret would be revealed. Therefore, the correct answer is "Don't tell the secret."

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5. Don't cry over spilled milk. 

Explanation

This phrase is a common saying that means one should not waste time or energy worrying about something that has already happened and cannot be undone. It emphasizes the importance of accepting the situation and moving on rather than dwelling on it. The answer choice reflects the meaning of the phrase by advising against getting upset over small, insignificant things that are beyond one's control.

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6. I am feeling under the weather means I am wet because it is raining outside.

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The statement "I am feeling under the weather means I am wet because it is raining outside" is incorrect. The phrase "under the weather" is an idiom that means feeling unwell or sick, not being wet due to rain. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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7. She laughed her head off means that she was laughing alot.

Explanation

The statement is true because "laughing her head off" is an idiomatic expression that means laughing a lot or uncontrollably. It emphasizes the intensity or duration of the laughter. Therefore, the given explanation accurately interprets the meaning of the phrase.

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8. She gave me the cold shoulder.

Explanation

The phrase "gave me the cold shoulder" is an idiom that means to ignore or treat someone in a cold or unfriendly manner. In this context, the correct answer "She ignored me" accurately captures the meaning of the idiom. The other options do not convey the same sense of being ignored or treated coldly.

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9. You are pulling my leg means that your are joking and not telling the truth.

Explanation

The statement "You are pulling my leg means that you are joking and not telling the truth" is true. This phrase is commonly used to express that someone is joking or teasing in a light-hearted manner. It implies that the person is not being serious or sincere in their statement or action.

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10. I am feeling blue means?

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The phrase "feeling blue" is commonly used to describe a feeling of sadness or depression. The color blue is often associated with these emotions, hence the expression. Therefore, when someone says "I am feeling blue," it means that they are feeling sad.

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11. It's raining cats and dogs means?

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The phrase "It's raining cats and dogs" is an idiomatic expression that means it is raining heavily. It does not literally mean that cats and dogs are falling from the sky, but rather it emphasizes the intensity of the rain.

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12. What does get your head out of the clouds mean?

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"Get your head out of the clouds" is an idiomatic expression that means to stop daydreaming or being unrealistic and start focusing on the present situation or task at hand. Therefore, the correct answer "Pay attention" accurately captures the meaning of the phrase.

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13. Don't buy your head in the sand means that someone buried me in the sand. 

Explanation

The phrase "Don't bury your head in the sand" is an idiom which means to avoid or ignore a problem or difficult situation. It does not mean that someone buried the person in the sand. Therefore, the statement "Don't buy your head in the sand means that someone buried me in the sand" is false.

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14. We see eye to eye means?

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The phrase "we see eye to eye" is an idiomatic expression that means two or more people have the same opinion or agree on something. It does not refer to physical appearance or height, but rather indicates a shared understanding or consensus between individuals. Therefore, the correct answer is "We agree."

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15. She has ants in her pants means?

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The phrase "she has ants in her pants" is an idiomatic expression used to describe someone who is restless or unable to stay still. It implies that the person is constantly moving or fidgeting. Therefore, the correct answer is "she moves around a lot."

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I am all ears mean that I am listening to you.
They are going bananas. 
That was a piece of cake means?
Don't let the cat out of the bag means?
Don't cry over spilled milk. 
I am feeling under the weather means I am wet because it is raining...
She laughed her head off means that she was laughing alot.
She gave me the cold shoulder.
You are pulling my leg means that your are joking and not telling the...
I am feeling blue means?
It's raining cats and dogs means?
What does get your head out of the clouds mean?
Don't buy your head in the sand means that someone buried me in...
We see eye to eye means?
She has ants in her pants means?
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