The Borneo Post - Good English

Choose the correct idioms

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1. When Trump found out China had arrested two US citizens, it (offended him). a) reduced him to tears b) opened old wounds c) put his nose out of joint

2. When Anna needs to (express her feelings freely) on her failed romance, she talks to her aunt. a) speak volumnes b) pour her heart out c) regain her composure

3. Kelvin was (feeling delighted) when he won a prize at the funfair. a) saved face b) as proud as Punch c) regained his composure

4. Karen really (said something upsetting) when she criticised her future mother-in-law’s cooking. a) was reduced to tears b) put her foot in her mouth c) was proud as Punch

5. Uncle Jim has always (particular­ly like) his first Honda bike. a) felt proud as Punch over b) been as proud as a peacock over c) had a soft spot for

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