CUET English 2024
Vocabulary
Idioms
Hard
| List-I (Idioms) | List-II (Meanings) |
|---|---|
| (A) blow the gall | (I) feel unable to deal with something |
| (B) at the end of your tether | (II) feel terribly ashamed and embarrassed |
| (C) be full of beans | (III) divulge a secret |
| (D) want to curl up and die | (IV) be full of energy |
Match the idioms in List-I with their meanings in List-II:
Match the idioms in List-I with their meanings in List-II:
Correct Option: 1
(A) blow the gall -> divulge a secret "Blow" means let out, "gall" is bitter feeling — together, it means reveal something hidden. (A) - (III)(B) at the end of your tether -> feel unable to deal with something You're tired, stressed, and can't take more. (B) - (I)(C) be full of beans -> be full of energy Like a kid jumping around happily. (C) - (IV)(D) want to curl up and die -> feel terribly ashamed and embarrassed You feel so bad, you just want to hide. (D) - (II)Correct Match: (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)Tip: Imagine the idiom like a small story — it helps remember the meaning better.