Phrase and Idioms - Exercise - 6 for University Admission Test, Job Application Test, BCS Exam and Any Competitive Examination
- Fakhruddin Babar
- Dec 3
- 20 min read
Sixes and sevens — [DU (A) 05-06] a) Early evening b) a game played by six or seven persons c) six o'clock to seven o'clock d) confused or disorganized Answer: d Explanation: To be at 'sixes and sevens' means to be in a state of confusion or disarray. In Bengali: 'এলোমেলো'.
'six of one and half a dozen of another' means --- a) twelve pieces b) negligible difference c) thoroughly d) countless Answer: b Explanation: 'Six of one and half a dozen of another' is an idiom meaning that two alternatives are virtually the same; there is a 'negligible difference' between them.
Nazma was in seventh heaven when she heard about her son's result. Here seventh heaven refers to — a) in a state of shock b) a state of exasperation c) in a state of supreme happiness d) in a state of disenchantment Answer: c Explanation: To be 'in seventh heaven' means to be 'in a state of supreme happiness'. In Bengali: 'অত্যন্ত সুখী'.
The phrase 'spectator sport' means — [DU 06-07] a) a game which is spectacular b) a game which is interesting to watch c) a game which is spectators play d) a game which is profitable Answer: b Explanation: A 'spectator sport' is one that has a large following of fans who enjoy watching it. In Bengali: 'দর্শকদের জন্য উপভোগ্য খেলা'.
The father told his son to stay put in the room. a) to sit down b) to go out of the room c) to remain still d) not to go out of the room Answer: d Explanation: 'To stay put' means to remain in the same place or position. In this context, it implies 'not to go out of the room'.
Three score is --- [16th BCS, CU (D) 06-07, RU (E-Even) 15-16] a) thirty times b) three hundred times c) three times twenty d) more than three Answer: c Explanation: A 'score' is an old term for a group of twenty. Therefore, 'three score' means three times twenty, which equals sixty. In Bengali: score = কুড়ি, three score = ষাট.
I did not mind what he was saying; he was talking only through his hat. [BSMRSTU (E) 15-16] a) talking irresponsibly b) talking ignorantly c) talking nonsense d) talking insultingly Answer: c Explanation: To 'talk through one's hat' means to talk foolishly or make statements without knowledge of the subject; 'talking nonsense'. In Bengali: 'বাজে কথা বলা'.
You should not take for - [JU (D) 05-06, (G) 13-14] a) wanted b) granted c) required d) settled Answer: b Explanation: The idiom 'to take for granted' means to assume something is true without questioning it. In Bengali: 'সত্য বলে ধরে নেওয়া'.
The expression 'take into account' means- [33rd BCS, RU (E, Law) 16-17, CU A 20-21] a) count numbers b) consider c) assess d) think seriously Answer: b Explanation: 'To take into account' or 'to take into consideration' means to 'consider' a particular fact or circumstance when making a decision. In Bengali: 'বিবেচনা করা'.
I never read instruction manuals. I learned how to use the computer by trial and ---. [IU (B) 11-12] a) error b) mistake c) test d) experiment Answer: a Explanation: The correct idiom is 'trial and error', which is a method of learning or problem-solving that involves trying a number of different methods and learning from the mistakes. In Bengali: 'ভুল করে শেখা'.
'To be partial to something' means to — [প্রতিরক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয় (সহকারী পরিচালক)-09] a) want half b) like it c) hate it d) preserve it Answer: b Explanation: To be 'partial to' something means to have a particular liking for it. In Bengali: 'কোনো কিছুর প্রতি পক্ষপাত থাকা'.
The idiom 'Take the chair' means — [SUST (B) 09-10, RU (E) 18-19] a) Taking a chair b) Make a chair c) Preside d) Bring the chair Answer: c Explanation: 'To take the chair' means to act as the chairperson of a meeting; to 'preside'. In Bengali: 'সভাপতিত্ব করা'.
'Tooth and nail' means- [বিএডিসি-14, BRUR (D) 16-17] a) get by heart b) go with heart c) tried hard d) get hard Answer: c
'Tooth and nail' means- [কৃষি সম্প্রসারণ অধিদপ্তর-09] a) strongly b) mouthwash c) everything d) None of the above Answer: a
The idiom 'Tooth and nail' এর অর্থ কি? [বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশন কেন্দ্র-13] a) Beautiful b) Precise c) Completely d) Incompletely Answer: c Explanation: For questions 533-535, to fight 'tooth and nail' means to fight with great ferocity, 'strongly', and 'completely'. In Bengali: 'সর্বশক্তি দিয়ে'.
'To be at one's wits' end' means- [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক এডি-08] a) To become mad b) To come to the end of the journey c) Not to know what to do d) To finish a job Answer: c Explanation: To be 'at one's wits' end' means to be so worried or confused by a problem that you do 'not know what to do' next. In Bengali: 'কিংকর্তব্যবিমূঢ় হওয়া'.
He was taken to task- [RU (Management) 09-10, বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক অফিসার (ক্যাশ)-13] a) তিরস্কৃত হয়েছিল b) পুরস্কৃত হয়েছিল c) প্রশংসা পেয়েছিল d) অপমানিত হয়েছিল Answer: d
'Take one to task' means: [RU 10-11, JU E2 13-14, NSI-14] a) Imitate (অনুকরণ করা) b) Rescue c) Rebuke d) Restrain Answer: c Explanation: For questions 537 and 538, 'to take someone to task' means to scold or 'rebuke' them for something they have done wrong. It can also imply being 'insulted' (অপমানিত).
What is the meaning of 'Take after'? [JU 10-11] a) Similarity between two persons b) Dissimilarity between two persons c) Take the opportunity d) None Answer: a Explanation: 'To take after' someone means to resemble them in appearance or character. In Bengali: 'একই রকম দেখতে বা স্বভাবের হওয়া'.
'Through thick and thin' means- [27th BCS, RU 07-08, (Law) 10-11, JnU (D) 11-12, IU (C) 14-15] a) Under all conditions b) To make thick and thin c) To have clear understanding d) Of great density Answer: a
Which one is correct? [DU (D) 11-12] a) Family and friends together stay thick and thin. b) Family and friends stay through thick and thin together. c) Family and friends stay together through thick and thin. d) Family and friends through thick and thin together stay. Answer: c Explanation: For questions 540 and 541, the idiom 'through thick and thin' means in spite of all difficulties, or 'under all conditions'. It is an adverbial phrase, and in option C, it is correctly placed at the end of the clause. In Bengali: 'সবরকম পরিস্থিতিতে'.
What is the meaning of the idiom 'take to one's heels'? [BRUR (F) 12-13] a) To stand on one's own feet b) To wear expensive shoes c) To escape d) To reach Answer: c Explanation: 'To take to one's heels' means to run away; 'to escape'. In Bengali: 'পালানো'.
I was in town, I tried to take full advantage of the many libraries there. Here 'take full advantage' means- [BU (A, C) 12-13] a) take pictures b) make a survey (জরিপ) c) make good use d) visit to get an idea Answer: c Explanation: 'To take full advantage of' something means to 'make good use' of an opportunity. In Bengali: 'সদ্ব্যবহার করা'.
'A tenure position' is-- [DU 05-06] a) a permanent post b) a temporary post c) an ordinary post d) a high post Answer: a Explanation: A 'tenure position', particularly in academia, is 'a permanent post' from which the holder cannot be dismissed without just cause. In Bengali: 'স্থায়ী পদ'.
'Take somebody for a cruise' means - a) to provide entertainment b) to deceive or humiliate a person c) to keep company d) to exploit a person Answer: a Explanation: To take someone 'for a cruise' literally means to take them on a pleasure trip by boat, thus 'to provide entertainment'.
Choose the correct words: Mr. Rahman was a gentleman. [SUST (A) 10-11] a) wholeheartedly b) through and through c) politely d) inside and outside Answer: b Explanation: The phrase 'through and through' means completely or in every aspect. In Bengali: 'সম্পূর্ণরূপে'.
Which is the correct meaning of 'Talk out'? [RU 03-04] a) settle by talking b) out of talk c) cannot talk d) talk nonsense Answer: a Explanation: 'To talk something out' means to discuss a problem fully in order to 'settle' it. In Bengali: 'আলোচনার মাধ্যমে সমাধান করা'.
Turn a deaf ear [DU (C) 08-09] a) be attentive b) disregard c) speak loudly d) be caring e) be vocal Answer: b Explanation: 'To turn a deaf ear' to something means to ignore or 'disregard' it. In Bengali: 'উপেক্ষা করা'.
Why do you toot your own horn? [সমাজকল্যাণ মন্ত্রণালয় (সমাজকর্মী)-05] a) self destruction b) boast c) talks a lot d) possessive Answer: b Explanation: 'To toot (or blow) one's own horn' means to 'boast' about one's own achievements. In Bengali: 'নিজের ঢাক পেটানো'.
'Tooth for tooth' means — [SUST 09-10] a) To take revenge b) To take a tooth c) To drop a tooth d) None Answer: a Explanation: 'A tooth for a tooth' is part of the saying "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth", which represents the principle of retaliation or taking revenge. In Bengali: 'প্রতিশোধ নেওয়া'.
He decided to turn over a new leaf and work hard. [KU 07-08] a) to begin a new course of life b) change his profession c) plant new trees d) get ready for good weather Answer: a
Choose the correct meaning of 'Turn over a new leaf'. [RU 08-09] a) Get ready for the rainy season b) Change one's address c) Take action to change life for the better d) Collect new leafs of the tea plant Answer: c
The invention of the computer has turned over a new leaf in the history of modern technology. Which of the following is nearest in meaning to the italicized idiom above? [14th BCS] a) created a new history b) began a new civilization c) opened a new chapter d) created a sensation Answer: c
In July he decided to turn over a new leaf and work much harder. What does the underlined phrase mean? [RU (Arts) 07-08] a) get ready for the raising means b) change his address c) to begin a new course of improved behaviour, habit etc. d) plant new trees Answer: c Explanation: For questions 551-554, 'to turn over a new leaf' means to start behaving in a better way, to begin a new chapter in one's life. In Bengali: 'নতুন জীবন শুরু করা'.
What is the meaning of the word "tittle-tattle"? [শ্রম পরিদপ্তর-06] a) important talk b) gossip c) anger d) debate Answer: b Explanation: 'Tittle-tattle' means idle talk or 'gossip'. In Bengali: 'খোশগল্প'.
The idiom 'Throw cold water' refers to [SUST (B) 06-07, IU (G) 17-18] a) exhort b) discourage c) spur d) impel Answer: b
Throw cold water on এর অর্থ- [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক-08] a) Damp the spirit b) Throwing cold water c) Ice water d) None Answer: a Explanation: For questions 556 and 557, 'to throw cold water on' an idea means to 'discourage' it or 'dampen the spirit' for it. In Bengali: 'নিরুৎসাহিত করা'.
What is the meaning of the expression 'that is to say'? a) following that b) in spite of something c) more accurately d) there is no more to be said Answer: c Explanation: 'That is to say' is a phrase used to introduce a clarification or explanation of a previous statement; 'more accurately'. In Bengali: 'অর্থাৎ'.
526. Three score is --- [16th BCS, CU (D) 06-07, RU(E-Even) 15-16] a) thirty times b) three hundred times c) three times twenty d) more than three Answer: c Explanation: A 'score' is an old term for a group of twenty. Therefore, 'three score' means three times twenty, which equals sixty. In Bengali: score = কুড়ি, three score = ষাট.
527. I did not mind what he was saying; he was talking only through his hat. [BSMRSTU (E) 15-16] a) talking irresponsibly b) talking ignorantly c) talking nonsense d) talking insultingly Answer: c Explanation: To 'talk through one's hat' means to talk foolishly or make statements without knowledge of the subject; 'talking nonsense'. In Bengali: 'বাজে কথা বলা'.
528. You should not take for - [JU (D) 05-06, (G) 13-14] a) wanted b) granted c) required d) settled Answer: b Explanation: The idiom 'to take for granted' means to assume something is true without questioning it. In Bengali: 'সত্য বলে ধরে নেওয়া'.
529. The expression 'take into account' means- [33rd BCS, RU (E, Law) 16-17, CU A 20-21] a) count numbers b) consider c) assess d) think seriously Answer: b Explanation: 'To take into account' or 'to take into consideration' means to 'consider' a particular fact or circumstance when making a decision. In Bengali: 'বিবেচনা করা'.
530. I never read instruction manuals. I learned how to use the computer by trial and ---. [IU (B) 11-12] a) error b) mistake c) test d) experiment Answer: a Explanation: The correct idiom is 'trial and error', which is a method of learning or problem-solving that involves trying a number of different methods and learning from the mistakes. In Bengali: 'ভুল করে শেখা'.
531. 'To be partial to something' means to — [প্রতিরক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয় (সহকারী পরিচালক)-09] a) want half b) like it c) hate it d) preserve it Answer: b Explanation: To be 'partial to' something means to have a particular liking for it. In Bengali: 'কোনো কিছুর প্রতি পক্ষপাত থাকা'.
532. The idiom 'Take the chair' means — [SUST (B) 09-10, RU (E) 18-19] a) Taking a chair b) Make a chair c) Preside d) Bring the chair Answer: c Explanation: 'To take the chair' means to act as the chairperson of a meeting; to 'preside'. In Bengali: 'সভাপতিত্ব করা'.
533. 'Tooth and nail' means- [বিএডিসি-14, BRUR (D) 16-17] a) get by heart b) go with heart c) tried hard d) get hard Answer: c
534. 'Tooth and nail' means- [কৃষি সম্প্রসারণ অধিদপ্তর-09] a) strongly b) mouthwash c) everything d) None of the above Answer: a
535. The idiom 'Tooth and nail' এর অর্থ কি? [বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশন কেন্দ্র-13] a) Beautiful b) Precise c) Completely d) Incompletely Answer: c Explanation: For questions 533-535, to fight 'tooth and nail' means to fight with great ferocity, 'strongly', and 'completely'. In Bengali: 'সর্বশক্তি দিয়ে'.
536. 'To be at one's wits' end' means- [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক এডি-08] a) To become mad b) To come to the end of the journey c) Not to know what to do d) To finish a job Answer: c Explanation: To be 'at one's wits' end' means to be so worried or confused by a problem that you do 'not know what to do' next. In Bengali: 'কিংকর্তব্যবিমূঢ় হওয়া'.
537. He was taken to task- [RU (Management) 09-10, বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক অফিসার (ক্যাশ)-13] a) তিরস্কৃত হয়েছিল b) পুরস্কৃত হয়েছিল c) প্রশংসা পেয়েছিল d) অপমানিত হয়েছিল Answer: a
538. 'Take one to task' means: [RU 10-11, JU E2 13-14, NSI-14] a) Imitate (অনুকরণ করা) b) Rescue c) Rebuke d) Restrain Answer: c Explanation: For questions 537 and 538, 'to take someone to task' means to scold or 'rebuke' them for something they have done wrong. In Bengali: 'তিরস্কার করা'.
539. What is the meaning of 'Take after'? [JU 10-11] a) Similarity between two persons b) Dissimilarity between two persons c) Take the opportunity d) None Answer: a Explanation: 'To take after' someone means to resemble them in appearance or character. In Bengali: 'একই রকম দেখতে বা স্বভাবের হওয়া'.
540. 'Through thick and thin' means- [27th BCS, RU 07-08, (Law) 10-11, JnU (D) 11-12, IU (C) 14-15] a) Under all conditions b) To make thick and thin c) To have clear understanding d) Of great density Answer: a
541. Which one is correct? [DU (D) 11-12] a) Family and friends together stay thick and thin. b) Family and friends stay through thick and thin together. c) Family and friends stay together through thick and thin. d) Family and friends through thick and thin together stay. Answer: c Explanation: For questions 540 and 541, the idiom 'through thick and thin' means in spite of all difficulties, or 'under all conditions'. It is an adverbial phrase, and in option C, it is correctly placed at the end of the clause. In Bengali: 'সবরকম পরিস্থিতিতে'.
542. What is the meaning of the idiom 'take to one's heels'? [BRUR (F) 12-13] a) To stand on one's own feet b) To wear expensive shoes c) To escape d) To reach Answer: c Explanation: 'To take to one's heels' means to run away; 'to escape'. In Bengali: 'পালানো'.
543. I was in town, I tried to take full advantage of the many libraries there. Here 'take full advantage' means- [BU (A, C) 12-13] a) take pictures b) make a survey (জরিপ) c) make good use d) visit to get an idea Answer: c Explanation: 'To take full advantage of' something means to 'make good use' of an opportunity. In Bengali: 'সদ্ব্যবহার করা'.
544. 'A tenure position' is-- [DU 05-06] a) a permanent post b) a temporary post c) an ordinary post d) a high post Answer: a Explanation: A 'tenure position', particularly in academia, is 'a permanent post' from which the holder cannot be dismissed without just cause. In Bengali: 'স্থায়ী পদ'.
545. 'Take somebody for a cruise' means - a) to provide entertainment b) to deceive or humiliate a person c) to keep company d) to exploit a person Answer: a Explanation: To take someone 'for a cruise' literally means to take them on a pleasure trip by boat, thus 'to provide entertainment'.
546. Choose the correct words: Mr. Rahman was a gentleman. [SUST (A) 10-11] a) wholeheartedly b) through and through c) politely d) inside and outside Answer: b Explanation: The phrase 'through and through' means completely or in every aspect. In Bengali: 'সম্পূর্ণরূপে'.
547. Which is the correct meaning of 'Talk out'? [RU 03-04] a) settle by talking b) out of talk c) cannot talk d) talk nonsense Answer: a Explanation: 'To talk something out' means to discuss a problem fully in order to 'settle' it. In Bengali: 'আলোচনার মাধ্যমে সমাধান করা'.
548. Turn a deaf ear [DU (C) 08-09] a) be attentive b) disregard c) speak loudly d) be caring e) be vocal Answer: b Explanation: 'To turn a deaf ear' to something means to ignore or 'disregard' it. In Bengali: 'উপেক্ষা করা'.
549. Why do you toot your own horn? [সমাজকল্যাণ মন্ত্রণালয় (সমাজকর্মী)-05] a) self destruction b) boast c) talks a lot d) possessive Answer: b Explanation: 'To toot (or blow) one's own horn' means to 'boast' about one's own achievements. In Bengali: 'নিজের ঢাক পেটানো'.
550. 'Tooth for tooth' means — [SUST 09-10] a) To take revenge b) To take a tooth c) To drop a tooth d) None Answer: a Explanation: 'A tooth for a tooth' is part of the saying "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth", which represents the principle of retaliation or taking revenge. In Bengali: 'প্রতিশোধ নেওয়া'.
551. He decided to turn over a new leaf and work hard. [KU 07-08] a) to begin a new course of life b) change his profession c) plant new trees d) get ready for good weather Answer: a
552. Choose the correct meaning of 'Turn over a new leaf'. [RU 08-09] a) Get ready for the rainy season b) Change one's address c) Take action to change life for the better d) Collect new leafs of the tea plant Answer: c
553. The invention of the computer has turned over a new leaf in the history of modern technology. Which of the following is nearest in meaning to the italicized idiom above? [14th BCS] a) created a new history b) began a new civilization c) opened a new chapter d) created a sensation Answer: c
554. In July he decided to turn over a new leaf and work much harder. What does the underlined phrase mean? [RU (Arts) 07-08] a) get ready for the raising means b) change his address c) to begin a new course of improved behaviour, habit etc. d) plant new trees Answer: c Explanation: For questions 551-554, 'to turn over a new leaf' means to start behaving in a better way, to begin a new chapter in one's life. In Bengali: 'নতুন জীবন শুরু করা'.
555. What is the meaning of the word "tittle-tattle"? [শ্রম পরিদপ্তর-06] a) important talk b) gossip c) anger d) debate Answer: b Explanation: 'Tittle-tattle' means idle talk or 'gossip'. In Bengali: 'খোশগল্প'.
556. The idiom 'Throw cold water' refers to [SUST (B) 06-07, IU (G) 17-18] a) exhort b) discourage c) spur d) impel Answer: b
557. Throw cold water on এর অর্থ- [বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক-08] a) Dampen the spirit b) Throwing cold water c) Ice water d) None Answer: a Explanation: For questions 556 and 557, 'to throw cold water on' an idea means to 'discourage' it or 'dampen the spirit' for it. In Bengali: 'নিরুৎসাহিত করা'.
558. What is the meaning of the expression 'that is to say'? a) following that b) in spite of something c) more accurately d) there is no more to be said Answer: c Explanation: 'That is to say' is a phrase used to introduce a clarification or explanation of a previous statement; 'more accurately'. In Bengali: 'অর্থাৎ'.
559. What is the meaning of 'White Elephant'? [10th BCS, DU (C) 01-02, (D) 09-10, 10-11, RU 04-05, 05-06, 07-08, Medical 14-15] a) An elephant of white colour b) A hoarder (মজুতদার) c) A black marketer (কালোবাজারী) d) A very costly and troublesome possession Answer: d
560. White elephant means — [RU (A3, D-Finance) 11-12] a) An elephant of white colour b) A very costly possession c) A hoarder d) A hardened criminal Answer: b
561. 'White elephant' means- [প্রাথমিক শিক্ষক নিয়োগ-03] a) An elephant which is white b) An elephant which is expensive c) A very expensive possession d) A very rich person Answer: c
562. Meaning of 'White Elephant' is- [বিএডিসি-13] a) Costly unproductive possession b) Elephant of white colour c) A black marketer d) An inexpensive asset Answer: a
563. We are in a deep financial crunch. We should cut off the white elephant. [RU (D-Finance) 14-15] a) white colour elephant b) unwanted overhead c) elite class d) costly but useless possession Answer: d Explanation: For questions 559-562 and 567, a 'white elephant' is a possession that is very expensive to maintain but is useless or troublesome. In Bengali: 'অত্যন্ত মূল্যবান কিন্তু অকেজো বস্তু'.
564. 'Value judgement' means [বিসিএস-01] a) valuable judgement b) judgement about price c) famous judgement d) judgement based on personal views Answer: d Explanation: A 'value judgment' is an assessment of something as good or bad in terms of one's own standards or priorities; it is 'judgement based on personal views'.
565. Complete the sentence: I want the — in this deal. [SUST (A-Unit) 11-12] a) bigger control b) often c) upper hand d) lower limit e) total analysis Answer: c Explanation: To have the 'upper hand' means to have more power and control than anyone else in a situation. In Bengali: 'কর্তৃত্ব'.
566. A vicious circle is a situation that cannot be — [IU (BBA) 11-12, RU (Management) 09-10] a) damaged b) thought c) explained d) changed Answer: d Explanation: A 'vicious circle' is a sequence of reciprocal cause and effect in which two or more problems intensify each other, creating a situation that is difficult or impossible to escape. In Bengali: 'দুষ্টচক্র'.
567. Vote rigging means — [JU (B) 11-12] a) casting vote (ভোট প্রদান) b) making vote forgery c) giving seal on ballot d) collecting vote Answer: b Explanation: 'Vote rigging' is the illegal act of interfering with the process of an election to produce a fraudulent result. In Bengali: 'ভোট জালিয়াতি'.
568. The idiom 'without issue' means — [MBSTU (D) 12-13, Medical 14-15] a) childless b) no mother c) wealthless d) illiterate Answer: a
569. At last the miser of the village died without —. [BSMRSTU (D) 13-14] a) issue b) issues c) an issue d) any issue Answer: a Explanation: For questions 568 and 569, the phrase 'without issue' means having no children; 'childless'. In Bengali: 'নিঃসন্তান'.
570. You have passed —. [BU (A) 13-14] a) in a flying manner b) with a flying shirt c) with flying colours d) none Answer: c
571. Our team came out with flying colours. [RU (Law & Justice) 09-10] a) defeat b) win c) without result d) lose Answer: b Explanation: For questions 570 and 571, to come through something 'with flying colours' means to succeed brilliantly; to 'win'. In Bengali: 'সগৌরবে জয়ী হওয়া'.
572. If a man is 'Worth his salt' he is -- [18th BCS, MBSTU (D) 14-15] a) a soldier (সৈনিক) b) a highly paid worker c) a valuable employee d) a thirsty man Answer: c
573. If a man is 'Worth his salt' he is -- [CU (E) 09-10] a) a soldier (সৈনিক) b) a thirsty man c) a worthless employee d) a respectable man e) a salt trader Answer: d Explanation: For questions 572 and 573, to be 'worth one's salt' means to be competent and deserving of one's position. It implies being a 'valuable employee' or a 'respectable man'. In Bengali: 'যোগ্য ব্যক্তি'.
574. 'Wear and tear' means- [JnU (D) 13-14, JKKNIU (Gha) 16-17, CAAB] a) clothing (পোশাক) b) disbursement c) depreciation d) accumulation Answer: c Explanation: 'Wear and tear' is the damage or 'depreciation' that results from normal use. In Bengali: 'ব্যবহারজনিত ক্ষয়'.
575. What is the meaning of 'a white lie'? [BRUR (E) 12-13] a) harmful lie b) harmless lie c) useless lie d) irrelevant lie Answer: b Explanation: A 'white lie' is a minor, 'harmless lie' told to avoid hurting someone's feelings. In Bengali: 'নির্দোষ মিথ্যা'.
576. The phrase 'weed out' means — [JnU (A) 09-10] a) to invite b) to plant c) to grow d) to get rid of Answer: d Explanation: 'To weed out' means 'to get rid of' unwanted things or people from a group. In Bengali: 'বাদ দেওয়া'.
577. 'White collar job' means : [জাতীয় সংসদ সচিবালয়-18] a) a job without any work b) a job with much hardship c) a thankless job d) a job without manual labour Answer: d Explanation: A 'white-collar job' is a professional or office job that does not involve manual labor. In Bengali: 'কায়িক শ্রমহীন চাকরি'.
578. Jim worked against the clock to get the homework finished before 10 p.m. a) worked slowly b) worked without looking at the clock c) worked fast because he had only limited time d) worked without any speed e) worked sitting against the clock Answer: c Explanation: To 'work against the clock' means to work very fast because you know you only have a limited period of time.
579. What is the meaning of the idiom "wash your dirty linen in public"? [BRUR (A) 13-14] a) to discuss your personal affairs in public b) To refuse to be responsible for or involved with somebody/something c) To remove your shortcoming by using other people d) None of the above Answer: a
580. To wash one's dirty linen in public [JnU (D, Ad. English) 09-10, DU (A) 10-11, BU (B) 11-12] a) to quarrel in the open b) to do some ugly work in public c) to wash one's cloth in the open d) to suffer from shortage of water Answer: b Explanation: For questions 579 and 580, 'to wash one's dirty linen in public' means to discuss personal or private matters, especially quarrels, in front of others. In Bengali: 'পারিবারিক কলহ জনসমক্ষে প্রকাশ করা'.
581. Anis went to Dhaka ---- seeing his mother in hospital. [CU (C) 09-10] a) in view of b) with a view to c) with the intention of d) in case of e) in lieu of Answer: b Explanation: 'With a view to' (+ gerund) means 'with the intention of'. In Bengali: 'উদ্দেশ্যে'.
582. He copied my essay —. (সে আমার রচনাটি হুবহু নকল করেছে।) [সরকারি কর্মকমিশন সচিবালয়-08] a) word for word b) word to word c) word in word d) to the last word Answer: a
583. সে উত্তরটি হুবহু নকল করিয়াছিল। [মাধ্যমিক শিক্ষক (ঢাকা)-13] a) He copied the answer word by word. b) He copied the answer word with word. c) He copied the answer word for word. d) He copied the answer word in word. Answer: c Explanation: For questions 582 and 583, the correct idiom is 'word for word', meaning in exactly the same words. In Bengali: 'অক্ষরে অক্ষরে'.
584. 'Wild goose chase' means - [JKKNIU (Fine Arts) 12-13] a) chasing a wild goose b) a work without success c) an adventure d) an imaginary attempt Answer: b
585. 'Wild goose chase' means - [RU (Arts) 05-06] a) useless pursuit b) worthless man c) joy and sorrow d) an uneasy situation Answer: a
586. 'Wild goose chase' এর সঠিক অর্থ? [IU (B) 08-09] a) পণ্ডশ্রম b) সফল অভিযান c) মূল্যবান d) লাভজনক Answer: a Explanation: For questions 584-586, a 'wild-goose chase' is a foolish and hopeless search for something unattainable; a 'useless pursuit'. In Bengali: 'পণ্ডশ্রম'.
587. The idiom 'Watch out for' stands for [KU 05-06, JUST (A) 11-12] a) Looking at something b) Watching something c) Be cautious d) Inspecting Answer: c Explanation: 'To watch out for' something means to be alert and careful; to 'be cautious'. In Bengali: 'সতর্ক থাকা'.
588. 'With open arms' means — [JnU (C) 07-08] a) with a long arm b) warmly (উষ্ণভাবে, আন্তরিকভাবে) c) with a strong arm d) with a beautiful arm Answer: b Explanation: To welcome someone 'with open arms' means to greet them 'warmly' and enthusiastically.
589. 'What are you' means - [IU (Law) 04-05, CAAB] a) Your profession b) Your name c) Your game d) Your tradition Answer: a Explanation: The question "What are you?" is an idiomatic way of asking about someone's profession or job.
590. 'Powerful people sometimes commit crimes with impunity.' means that they can commit crimes ---- [DU (B-EE) 07-08] a) easily b) without fear of punishment c) which cannot be easily detected d) with the co-operation of other people Answer: b Explanation: To do something 'with impunity' means to do it without risk of punishment. In Bengali: 'শাস্তির ভয় ছাড়া'.
591. What is meant by 'What's cooking?' [SUST (B) 06-07] a) How do you do? b) What's going on? c) What is this? d) What is being prepared to eat? Answer: b Explanation: The informal question "What's cooking?" means "What's happening?" or "What's going on?".
592. Wash one's hands of এর অর্থ [RU (Marketing) 08-09] a) সাবান দিয়ে হাত ধোয়া b) দায়িত্ব নেওয়া c) দায়িত্ব অস্বীকার করা d) পরিষ্কার পরিচ্ছন্ন থাকা Answer: c Explanation: 'To wash one's hands of' something means to refuse to be responsible for it any longer. In Bengali: 'দায়িত্ব অস্বীকার করা'.
593. To 'catch off guard' means --- [DU (B) 14-15] a) to neglect duty b) to substitute a guard c) to be on guard d) to get someone when he/she is careless Answer: d Explanation: 'To catch someone off guard' means to surprise them by doing something they are not expecting or prepared for. In Bengali: 'অসতর্ক অবস্থায় কাউকে পাওয়া'.
594. Since Ruma didn't want to be disturbed while studying; she left the phone off the hook. [DU (C) 14-15] a) of hook b) for the hook c) to be on guard d) off the hook e) from the hook Answer: d Explanation: To leave the phone 'off the hook' means to leave the receiver off so that no calls can be received.
595. Since the officer was overburdened with work, his colleague decided to give him a hand. [DU (C) 14-15] a) giving hands b) give him a hand c) give him handful d) give him handy e) give him hands Answer: b Explanation: The idiom is 'to give/lend someone a hand', which means to help them.
596. The player isn't fat; ----, he's quite skinny. [DU (A) 10-11] a) in any case b) by rights c) in practice d) on the contrary (বিপরীতপক্ষে) Answer: d Explanation: 'On the contrary' is used to introduce a statement that says the opposite of the last one.
597. 'Give somebody a piece of your mind' means to- [41st BCS] a) tell someone that you are angry with them b) say exactly what you feel or think c) return or to help somebody return to a normal situation d) give somebody mental peace Answer: a Explanation: 'To give someone a piece of your mind' means to speak to them angrily because of something they have done wrong. In Bengali: 'বকাঝকা করা'.
598. The idiom 'be all ears' means --- a) listen with great interest and curiosity b) become fully aware of something important c) always agree with other people d) be highly confused Answer: a Explanation: To 'be all ears' means to be waiting eagerly to hear what someone is going to say; to listen very attentively. In Bengali: 'মনোযোগ দিয়ে শোনা'.
599. Select the incorrect phrase. [বাংলাদেশ টেলিভিশন-10] a) In a nutshell b) A forgone conclusion c) Once in a blue moon d) By leaps and bounds Answer: c Explanation: The correct idiom is 'Once in a blue moon'. The provided option likely had a typo.
600. 'Once in a blue moon' এর অর্থ- [সরকারি কর্মকমিশন-03] a) always b) very rarely c) nearly d) hourly Answer: b Explanation: 'Once in a blue moon' means very rarely.
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