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Test Name Proverb ­2[OIR] Total Questions 20

A proverb is provided :

A proverb is provided in the question, you have to select the option which explains the meaning of this proverb.
1. A chip of old block

a. A piece of wood
b. An old friend
c. Characteristics of one’s ancestors

d. To good bargain
Answer. c

2. To smell a rat

a. To detect a bad smell

b. To misunderstand
c. To suspect a trick or deceit
d. To see hidden meaning
Answer. c

3. To take people by storm

a. To put people in utter surprise
b. To captivate them unexpectedly
c. To exploit people’s agitation

d. To bring out something sensational attracting
Answer. b

4. To through up the sponge

a. To surrender or give up a contest

b. To offer a challenge
c. To become utterly disappointed
d. To maintain grit and enthusiasm until the end
Answer. a

5. Harp on

a. To comment
b. To criticize