16. “Turn tail” means:
Correct Answer: B. Retreat in fear
Explanation: To flee or run away when frightened.
17. “Take by storm” means:
Correct Answer: A. Impress greatly
Explanation: To achieve rapid and overwhelming success.
18. “Take over” means:
Correct Answer: C. Take charge
Explanation: To assume control or responsibility.
19. “Take time by the forelock” means:
Correct Answer: C. Grab an opportunity
Explanation: To seize a chance promptly.
20. “Time hangs heavy” means:
Correct Answer: B. Time feels boring
Explanation: A feeling that time is dragging or tedious.
21. “Time-honoured custom” means:
Correct Answer: B. An old respected tradition
Explanation: A practice that has been valued over a long period.
22. “Trump up” means:
Correct Answer: A. Make up falsely
Explanation: To fabricate or invent, often a false accusation.
23. “A turncoat” means:
Correct Answer: B. Person who changes sides for gain
Explanation: Someone who betrays a cause for personal benefit.
24. “Take to” means:
Correct Answer: A. Apply oneself to
Explanation: To begin doing something, often a habit or activity.
25. “Take a person’s head off” means:
Correct Answer: C. Talk non‑stop and annoy
Explanation: To chatter incessantly, irritating the listener.
26. “In her teens” means:
Correct Answer: B. Between 12 and 20
Explanation: Refers to the adolescent age range.
27. “Tamper with” means:
Correct Answer: C. Meddle or interfere
Explanation: To interfere with something, often causing damage.
28. “Turn one’s head” means:
Correct Answer: A. Confuse
Explanation: To bewilder or perplex someone.
29. “Tear to shreds” means:
Correct Answer: A. Tear into pieces
Explanation: To destroy or dismantle completely.
30. “To fish in troubled water” means:
Correct Answer: B. Take unfair advantage
Explanation: To exploit a chaotic situation for personal gain.