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Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Back to square one??????

  1. start and come back to same point in your journey

  2. back to your root

  3. you have to start working on something from the beginning because your previous attempt failed

  4. stop doing any work
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase 'back to square one' originates from board games. It means that because a previous attempt or plan has failed, you must return to the very beginning and start the process all over again.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Be out of your brain??????

  1. a great thinker

  2. someone who does not use his brain at all

  3. fool

  4. be very drunk
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

To be 'out of your brain' (or 'out of your mind') means to be extremely intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol/drugs. It refers to a temporary state of impaired judgment and awareness. Options B and C are similar but not the precise idiomatic meaning.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Cheek by jowl???????

  1. a great philosopher

  2. scratch your jaw

  3. break somone's jaw

  4. very close together
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

'Cheek by jowl' means to be positioned very close together, literally cheek-to-cheek. It describes intimate proximity or crowded conditions. Options A, B, and C incorrectly interpret 'cheek' and 'jowl' as literal body parts to be acted upon.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Tongue in cheek????????

  1. taste a delicious food

  2. to stammer while talking

  3. you have said is a joke, although it might seem to be serious

  4. make a funny face
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The idiom 'tongue in cheek' refers to a statement that is meant to be humorous, ironic, or not serious, despite being delivered with a straight face. It indicates that the speaker is joking or being insincere.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Take it on the chin????

  1. very adamant

  2. be brave and not complain when people criticize you

  3. a person with a strong will

  4. a very relaxed person
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

This boxing metaphor means to accept criticism, defeat, or misfortune bravely without complaining or making excuses. It implies resilience in the face of setbacks. Options A, C, and D describe personality traits but miss the core meaning of accepting hardship.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Up to one’s ears in?????

  1. deeply involved in

  2. drowning in debt

  3. foul mouth about someone

  4. to hear a rumour
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

To be 'up to your ears in' something means to be completely immersed or deeply involved in it. This can refer to work, trouble, debt, or any overwhelming situation. Option B is too specific (only debt), while C and D are incorrect meanings.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Elbow one’s way through??????

  1. force one’s way by using one’s elbow

  2. thrash someone brutally

  3. make someone else to follow your view

  4. follow someone blindly
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

To 'elbow one's way through' means to force a path through a crowd by physically pushing people aside, often using one's elbows. It can also be used metaphorically to describe aggressive social or professional advancement.

Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Put on a brave face????????

  1. behave in a way that makes people think you are courageous when you are not

  2. behave in a way that makes people think you are happy when you are not

  3. behave in a way that makes people think you are intelligent when you are not

  4. behave in a way that makes people think you know everything when you are an illiterate
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

To 'put on a brave face' means to act as if you are happy or confident in a difficult situation, even if you are actually feeling upset or worried. It is about concealing negative emotions to appear stoic or content.