Idioms and proverbs are an essential part of our language and culture, adding color and creativity to our communication and often making conversations and writings more memorable. These quirky phrases provide a colorful and creative way to express thoughts and emotions. Often, they are rooted in history and tradition, and they offer a glimpse into the beliefs and values of a particular community. Whether you are a native speaker or are learning a new language, idioms and proverbs are a great way to expand your vocabulary and improve your understanding of the language.
In this quiz, we will explore some idioms and proverbs in the English language. You will be challenged to identify the missing word in various common expressions, plus some that may not be all that common. Whether you are an English language learner, a lover of wordplay, or simply looking to broaden your vocabulary, this quiz is sure to provide a fun and educational experience. So get ready to test your skills and expand your knowledge of idioms and proverbs!
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Can You Fill in Blanks for Common & Maybe Not-So-Common… Quiz Questions
Complete this proverb: Necessity is the ___ of invention.
Keeper
Mother
Leader
Scientist
Complete this saying: Barking dogs seldom ___.
Grow fat
Have good masters
Eat their plates clean
Bite
"An ___ and a ___." What should be in the blanks in this common expression?
Arm and leg
Octopus and tentacle
Oxen and yoke
Elephant and trainer
What word completes this idiom that can be used to describe a clumsy person: ___ fingers?
Salt
Butter
Saucy
Itchy
What word completes this expression that is used to describe filling and nutritious food: sticks to one's ___?
Ribs
Mouth
Teeth
Tongue
What word completes this idiom that means to deprive somebody of their livelihood: take the ___ out of someone's mouth?
Food
Bread
Cake
Teeth
What should be in the blanks for the phrase "two ___ in a ___"?
Peas and pod
Pigs and blanket
Forks and dessert
Rabbits and hutch
When you're distraught, someone may tell you to ___ yourself together.
Push
Paste
Pry
Pull
Complete this proverb: Give the ___ his due.
Warden
Grocer
Angel
Devil
The phrase "wild ___ chase" is used to describe a pursuit that is foolish or pointless.
Dog
Goat
Goose
Horse
You're at the halfway point! What word completes this idiom that describes a good, decent person: salt of the ___?
Stars
Moon
Earth
Sun
Can you finish this proverb? A rolling stone ___,
Is a music band
Will flatten everything
Is hard to stop
Gathers no moss
An involuntary response to something would be called a/an '___ jerk reaction'. Where on the body is this idiom referring to?
Eye
Thigh
Arm
Knee
Which liquid gives the correct ending to this saying? Blood is thicker than ___,
Oil
Milk
Wine
Water
Complete this proverb: Beauty is only ___ deep.
Smile
Lipstick
Dollar
Skin
While something good may happen, you still don't want to count your ___ before they hatch.
Eggs
Penguins
Birds
Chickens
Idiomatically, to get/have all your ___ in a row means to be well prepared or well organized.
Horses
Chickens
Ducks
Goats
Almost at the end, I promise. Complete this proverb: Great ___ think alike.
Dogs
Minds
Winds
Hearts
If you are attempting to compare unrelated things, you are comparing apples to ___.
Bananas
Peaches
Cherries
Oranges
And here's the final one: what's the dance mentioned in this saying? It takes two to ___.
Flamenco
Tango
Breakdance
Waltz
3 Comments
13/20, Ive never heard of some of these
17 / 20 – 85%, The ones I missed out on were ones I`ve never heard of.
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