Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Match the Idiom in List I with its meaning in List II

List I (Idioms) List II (Meaning)
A. In a nutshell I. Being angry about something
B. Up in arms II. It's upto you
C. The ball is in your court III. In a short, clear way
D. Turn a deaf ear IV. To ignore what someone is saying

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV

A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II

A-I, B-III, C-IV, D-II

Correct Answer:

A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

  • A. In a nutshell: Means III. In a short, clear way.

  • B. Up in arms: Means I. Being angry about something (often to protest).

  • C. The ball is in your court: Means II. It's up to you (to make the next move or decision).

  • D. Turn a deaf ear: Means IV. To ignore what someone is saying.