Directions (Q. 1-5): In each of the following sentences, an idiomatic expression or a proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative which best describes its use in the sentence.
1. In all likelihood the missing boy has run away to the forest. (4)
1) with good intentions
2) there’s no chance
3) without doubt
4) in most probability
5) None of these
2.The parents were completely in the dark concerning their daughter’s plans. (1)
1) ignorant about
2) ashamed of
3) pretending to be unaware
4) unhappy about
5) None of these
3. I am in touch with the police, and they will be here in ten minutes. (1)
1) in communication with
2) in close proximity with
3) in good terms with
4) familiar with
5) None of these
4. I stumbled upon some interesting old letters in my grandfather’s desk. (4)
1) deliberately went through
2) surveyed
3) tripped over
4) discovered by chance
5) None of these
5. The secretary made an entry of the arrangement (2)
1) initiated discussion
2) made a record
3) brought notice
4) showed approval
5) None of these
