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In the following questions, four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase italicized and underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative that best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
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Question 1
To call a spade a spade
To speak indirectly
To be polite and diplomatic
To speak plainly and directly
To praise someone excessively
Question 2
To put all one's eggs in one basket
To risk everything on a single venture
To act in a very cautious manner
To gather all opportunities in one place
To take everything with you
Question 3
To let the cat out of the bag
To reveal a secret
To pet an animal
To cause a commotion
To plan something secretly
Question 4
To have a finger in the pie
To have a lot of food
To be involved in something, especially in a way that gives you an advantage
To cause problems in a situation
To make a mess
Question 5
To go the extra mile
To walk a long distance
To do more than what is expected
To travel for vacation
To waste time
Question 6
Her alacrity in accepting the challenge impressed everyone.
Reluctance
Enthusiasm
Hesitation
Indifference
Question 7
The novel's didactic nature made it both educational and engaging.
Entertaining
Instructive
Mysterious
Romantic
Question 8
His equivocal statements left everyone unsure about his true intentions.
Ambiguous
Clear
Direct
Honest
Question 9
The scientist's cogent arguments convinced the skeptics of his theory.
Weak
Convincing
Vague
Incoherent
Question 10
The diplomat's taciturn demeanor made it difficult to gauge his true feelings.
Talkative
Expressive
Reserved
Gregarious
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