Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the given sentence.

I took a quick trip to my cousin’s house before going on vacation to Africa.

Options:

Break the journey

Paid a flying visit

Lived out of a suitcase

Float one’s boat

Correct Answer:

Paid a flying visit

Explanation:

The most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the given sentence is "paid a flying visit". It means to make a very short visit, often to someone who lives far away.

The other options are incorrect.

  • Break the journey means to stop for a short time during a long journey.
  • Lived out of a suitcase means to stay in one place for a short time and not unpack your belongings.
  • Float one's boat means to please someone or to be something that someone enjoys.