Idioms Quiz 40

1. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
The woman is a heavy smoker but she has been trying to (give up smoking) for many years.

2. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
I (am hoping) that my sister will be able to sell her house.

3. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
Our boss does not (know anything) about how to use a computer.

4. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
I (regret) not buying the ticket when it was available.

5. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
If you go to the business dinner you will be able to (do two things). You can enjoy the meal and you can discuss business.

6. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
Since leaving university the young man has made a big effort to (phone and write) his friends.

7. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
We must carefully (watch) our expenses this month.

8. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
Could you please (look after) my suitcase while I go to the washroom.

9. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
The woman must (stay out of trouble) since her argument with her boss.

10. Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets:
“Please don`t (go to a lot of trouble) when you prepare for the party.”