Idioms about success and (in)effectiveness
Idioms about success and effectiveness
Which phrase conveys accurately the meaning of the idiom?
1. [Multiple choice]
The new technician is top-notch.
Answers for Quiz [1].
- 1. He’s very well paid.
- 2. He’s highly effective, very good at what he does. (correct)
2. [Multiple choice]
You’ve really pulled out all the stops on this one!
Answers for Quiz [2].
- 1. You have done / produced something extremely impressive. (correct)
- 2. You have criticised this in every way imaginable.
3. [Multiple choice]
She’s gone up a blind alley on this one.
Answers for Quiz [3].
- 1. The course of action she’s chosen won’t lead anywhere. (correct)
- 2. She’s allowed herself to be led astray by others.
4. [Multiple choice]
She gets things done.
Answers for Quiz [4].
- 1. She’s very busy.
- 2. She’s effective. (correct)
5. [Multiple choice]
He really went to town on punctuality and time-keeping.
Answers for Quiz [5].
- 1. He emphasised that these were top priorities. (correct)
- 2. He left early to make his appointment on time.
6. [Multiple choice]
Our manager is a complete waste of space.
Answers for Quiz [6].
- 1. We do not have enough room for him / her to work.
- 2. (S)he is totally ineffective. (correct)
7. [Multiple choice]
She’s not up to it.
Answers for Quiz [7].
- 1. She’s not good enough to do what’s required. (correct)
- 2. She isn’t tall enough to reach it.
8. [Multiple choice]
He makes things happen.
Answers for Quiz [8].
- 1. He’s a practical sort of person.
- 2. He’s effective. (correct)