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Q · Idioms and Phrases Easy · 45s
Directions: In the following question, choose the option that best expresses the meaning of the idiom (bold or bracketed) in the sentence. After winning the award, the team was (on cloud nine) for days.
TopicIdioms and Phrases
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyEasy
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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“On cloud nine” means to be extremely happy or elated.
A) Incorrect – opposite meaning
B) Correct – extreme joy
C) Incorrect – unrelated
D) Incorrect – emotional state isn’t exhaustion
Final Answer: Option B - Extremely happy