Answers for Exercise 3
1. A. ups and downs
Explanation: The phrase "ups and downs" refers to the good and bad times in life.
2. A. collar
Explanation: "White-collar" refers to office workers or professionals.
3. A. red
Explanation: "Red tape" refers to excessive bureaucracy or formalities.
4. D. tip
Explanation: "The tip of the iceberg" refers to a small, visible part of a much larger issue.
5. B. nowhere near as ambitious as
Explanation: This phrase indicates a significant difference in ambition.
6. A. out of sorts
Explanation: "Out of sorts" means feeling unwell or slightly sick.
7. B. pins
Explanation: "On pins and needles" means being nervous or anxious.
8. A. weather
Explanation: "Feeling under the weather" means feeling unwell or sick.
9. C. a sweet tooth
Explanation: "Having a sweet tooth" refers to a love for sweets or sugary foods.
10. B. potato
Explanation: "Hot potato" refers to a controversial or sensitive issue.
11. C. part and parcel
Explanation: "Part and parcel" means an essential or inevitable part of something.
12. D. rag
Explanation: "Crying at the drop of a rag" means crying easily.
13. C. oil
Explanation: "Burning the midnight oil" refers to staying up late working or studying.
14. D. compulsive
Explanation: "Compulsive liar" refers to someone who lies habitually and uncontrollably.
15. B. two
Explanation: "Falling between two stools" means failing due to divided focus or efforts.