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English I · End Term · 22 Dec 2024 · September 2024 term

Question 52: Fill in the blank with the most appropriate phrase/idiom…

Question 52

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Fill in the blank with the most appropriate phrase/idiom corresponding to the meaning provided. He disliked having to confront his father, but he knew that he would just have to _____. Intended meaning: To force yourself to do something difficult or unpleasant and face the consequences, or to be brave in a difficult situation.

  1. A

    Beat a dead horse

  2. B

    Miss the boat

  3. C

    Bite the bullet

  4. D

    Zip his lip

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  • C

    Bite the bullet

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Question 52 of 60 in the IIT Madras BS English I (English 1) End Term paper sat on 22 Dec 2024, in the September 2024 term (IIT M FOUNDATION DIPLOMA AN EXAM QDF3 22 Dec 2024). It carries 1 mark.

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