IELTS PART 2 - Idioms Quiz

John was offered a project that seemed like a nightmare because it required long hours and lots of pressure. However, after completing it, he gained a promotion and valuable experience. Which idiom matches this scenario?

• Burn the midnight oil

• A blessing in disguise

• Food for thought

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I hadn’t studied math for a long time, so before my upcoming exam, I decided to review the key formulas and practice problems to refresh my memory.Which idiom fits best?

• Hit the road

• Learn the ropes

• Brush up on

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Whenever I feel stressed after a long day at work, I take a walk in the park to relax and clear my mind. Which idiom matches this situation?

• Blow off some steam

• Actions speak louder than words

• A trip down memory lane

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When we reached the top of the mountain and saw the view, I couldn’t believe my eyes! I felt incredibly happy and proud that I made it to the top. Which idiom matches this feeling?

• Walk on air

• Spice things up

• Make my day

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She was nervous about presenting to such a large crowd, but she decided to take a chance and do it without hesitation. Which idiom fits this situation?

• Throw caution to the wind

• In the blink of an eye

• Not my cup of tea

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Last Sunday, I found my old photo albums. As I looked at the pictures, I remembered my childhood vacations and school trips. Which idiom fits this moment?

• A picture is worth a thousand words

• A trip down memory lane

• Surf the web

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After hours of scrolling through irrelevant websites, I finally found the article I needed for my research. Which idiom matches this activity?

• Surf the web

• Leave a lasting impression

• Make someone’s day

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Their weekend routine had become quite boring, so they decided to try something new by going on a spontaneous road trip to a nearby town. Which idiom fits this scenario?

• Spice things up

• Food for thought

• Cutting-edge

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Emma is good at painting, organizing events, and even fixing electronics. Everyone says she is multi-talented. Which idiom describes Emma?

• A jack of all trades

• Over the moon

• Cutting-edge

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Sam is passionate about trying the latest gadgets and is always talking about the newest innovations in technology. Which idiom fits this description?

• Burn the midnight oil

• Cutting-edge

• Leave a lasting impression

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