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SSC MTS Idioms and Phrases Questions

2 questions on Idioms and Phrases for SSC MTS. Each comes with the correct answer and a worked explanation.

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Q1.Idioms and PhrasesModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. To hit the nail on the head

  1. (A)To miss an opportunity
  2. (B)To hurt oneself badly
  3. (C)To work very hard
  4. (D)To say exactly the right thing
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Correct answer: (D) To say exactly the right thing

The idiom 'to hit the nail on the head' is used figuratively and means "to say exactly the right thing". Its meaning cannot be worked out from the literal sense of the individual words, which is why the other options are incorrect.

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Q2.Idioms and PhrasesModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. A blessing in disguise

  1. (A)An unexpected guest
  2. (B)A hidden danger
  3. (C)Something good that seemed bad at first
  4. (D)A religious ceremony
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Correct answer: (C) Something good that seemed bad at first

The idiom 'a blessing in disguise' is used figuratively and means "something good that seemed bad at first". Its meaning cannot be worked out from the literal sense of the individual words, which is why the other options are incorrect.

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