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Prepositions

easy
English

She is totally obedient to him.

A
of
B
to
C
both A & B
D
None
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'obedient' is 'to', making 'obedient to him' the correct phrase. 'Of' is incorrect in this context, and 'both A & B' cannot be correct since only one preposition fits.

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Idioms

medium
English

What does the phrase "basket case" mean?

A
An area of vulnerability
B
Narrowly; barely. Usually used in regard to a narrow escape from a disaster
C
To treat a topic, but omit its main points, often intentionally or to delay or avoid talking about something difficult or unpleasant
D
One made powerless or ineffective, as by nerves, panic, or stress
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase "basket case" is commonly used to describe someone who is made powerless or ineffective due to nerves, panic, or stress, which matches option D. The other options do not accurately define this idiom.

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Idiomatic Expressions

easy
English

What does the phrase 'to pick holes' mean?

A
To find some reason to quarrel
B
To destroy something
C
To criticize someone
D
To cut some part of an item
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase 'to pick holes' means to find faults or weaknesses in something, often in a critical or nitpicking manner. It involves criticizing or pointing out flaws, usually in an argument, idea, or plan. While option A ('To find some reason to quarrel') is close, the more accurate meaning is option C ('To criticize someone'), as 'picking holes' specifically refers to fault-finding or criticism rather than just quarrelling. This is supported by multiple idiom dictionaries and language resources which define 'pick holes' as to criticize or find faults, often excessively or unnecessarily.

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Idioms and Phrases

easy
English

Do not trust a man who "blows his own trumpet".

A
flatters
B
praises others
C
admonishes others
D
praises himself
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase "blows his own trumpet" means to praise oneself or boast. Therefore, the correct interpretation is that the man praises himself, making option D correct.

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Idiomatic Expressions

easy
English

He “passed himself off” as a noble man. What does this phrase mean?

A
Was regarded as
B
Pretended to be
C
Was thought to be
D
Was looked upon
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase "passed himself off as" means to pretend to be someone else, often to deceive others. Therefore, "Pretended to be" is the correct interpretation.

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Idioms and Phrases

easy
English

What does the term "fender bender" mean?

A
A mammoth car accident
B
A huge car accident
C
A small car accident
D
A major car accident
Explanation and memory cue

The term "fender bender" is commonly used to describe a minor or small car accident, typically involving minor damage to the vehicle's fender area. Therefore, option C is correct.

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Prepositions

easy
English

He is fond _____ drawing.

A
to
B
of
C
in
D
on
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition used with 'fond' is 'of', making 'fond of drawing' the correct phrase. Other options do not fit grammatically in this context.

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Idioms

easy
English

What does the phrase 'a bitter pill' mean?

A
Anything causing trouble, discord, or jealousy
B
A controversial issue or situation that is awkward or unpleasant to deal with
C
A situation or information that is unpleasant but must be accepted
D
When an attempt fails, and it’s time to start planning all over again
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase 'a bitter pill' refers to an unpleasant fact or situation that must be accepted, which matches option C. The other options describe different idioms or concepts.

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Verb Patterns

easy
English

I told him ___ play cricket.

A
don’t
B
to not
C
not to
D
didn’t
Explanation and memory cue

The correct form after 'I told him' is 'not to play cricket' because the verb 'tell' is followed by an object and then the infinitive form with 'to'. 'Not to' correctly negates the infinitive verb.

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Prepositions

easy
English

Amna was engaged _____ Asim.

A
with
B
from
C
to
D
None
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'engaged' in this context is 'to'. The phrase 'engaged to someone' means that Amna is promised to marry Asim, making option C correct.