Quiz on Idiomatic Expressions

What does 'hit the books' mean?

• To study seriously

• To write a book

• To travel

• To play games

If someone is 'under the weather', how are they feeling?

• Energetic

• Excited

• Sick

• Very happy

What does 'climb the career ladder' imply?

• To advance in one's job

• To take a break from work

• To work part-time

• To change careers

Which phrase means to work continuously without breaks?

• Travel light

• Get the sack

• Call it a day

• Burn the midnight oil

What does 'go green' refer to?

• To travel abroad

• To start a business

• To become wealthy

• To recycle

If someone is 'as fit as a fiddle', how are they?

• Very healthy

• Overweight

• Injured

• In poor health

What does 'cutting-edge technology' mean?

• The latest technology

• Outdated technology

• Basic technology

• Affordable technology

If you 'live out of a suitcase', what does that imply?

• You have a large house

• You dislike traveling

• You travel frequently

• You are always at home

What does 'weather the storm' mean in a metaphorical sense?

• To enjoy a storm

• To endure a difficult situation

• To avoid problems

• To celebrate success

If someone has a 'dead-end job', what does that mean?

• A job with many opportunities

• A job with flexible hours

• A job with no advancement potential

• A job that pays well