Select the idiom from the given options that gives the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted text in the following sentence.

The announcement of the new tourism policy of the government has made some people (excited or interested).

1. Pull out all the stops

2. Run around in circles

3. Quicken the pulse

4. Reach for the moon

🔍 Ubiquitous /juːˈbɪk.wɪ.təs/ (adjective)

📝 Meaning: Present, appearing, or found everywhere, especially in a widespread or common way.

📌 Examples:

1. Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society.
2. The artist’s influence is ubiquitous, seen in music, fashion, and film.
3. Fast-food chains are ubiquitous in urban areas around the world.

Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence.

I appreciate the detailed report, but let's (talk about the important points and not waste time; what's the bottom line)?

1. hone your skills

2. cut to the chase

3. bear the stamp

4. think of the unthinkable

Select the most appropriate idiom for the highlighted words in the given sentence.

The candidate blamed the persistent traffic jam as reason of his being late and the interviewer (believed him though he was not convinced).

1. gave the benefit of doubt

2. changed his tune.

3. thought err is human and to forgive is divine.

4. did not judge the book by its cover

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Only on the surface of something

1. Supercilious

2. Superficial

3. Superseding

4. Superlative