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100

What is the only animal that can't jump?

Elephant

100

What is the tallest building in the world?

Burj Khalifa.

100

Make a ______

a) deal

b) meeting

c) salary

Make a deal

Definition: To come to an agreement, usually in business, after a negotiation. 

Example: "After weeks of discussion, the two companies finally made a deal to merge their operations."

100

Thinking outside the box:

a) To find a creative and innovative solution.

b) To pack a box carefully for shipping.

c) To be unable to solve a difficult problem.


To find a creative and innovative solution.

Explanation: This idiom means to think in a creative, unconventional, and innovative way. 

Example: "To solve the budget crisis, we need to think outside the box and explore new revenue streams."

200

Who was the first president of the United States?

George Washington

200

What type of animals only eat plants?

Herbivore

200

Launch a ______

a) profit

b) product

c) target

Launch a product

Definition: To introduce a new product or service to the public for the first time. 

Example: "The company is planning to launch its new smartphone in time for the holiday season."

200

Get the ball rolling:

a) To end a project or task.

b) To participate in a team sport.

c) To start a project or process.

To start a project or process.

Explanation: This idiom means to start a process or project. 

Example: "Let's all introduce ourselves to get the ball rolling on this team-building exercise."

300

Which planet is the hottest in the solar system?

Venus

300

How many hours are there in one week?

168

300

Gain ______

a) a deadline

b) a project

c) market share

Gain Market share

Definition: To increase a company's percentage of the total sales in a specific market. 

Example: "By lowering their prices, the new brand was able to quickly gain market share from its competitors."

300

Back to the drawing board:

a) To successfully complete a task.

b) To review an old project for mistakes.

c) To fail at something and have to start over.

 To fail at something and have to start over.

Explanation: This idiom is used when an idea, plan, or project fails and you have to start over from the beginning. 

Example: "Our first prototype didn't pass the safety tests, so it's back to the drawing board."

400

What kind of fish is Nemo?

Clownfish

400

Which is the capital of Australia?

Canberra

400

Close a ______

a) survey

b) negotiation

c) deal

Close a deal

Definition: To finalize a business agreement or transaction. 

Example: "The sales team worked hard to close the deal with their biggest client."

400

Bite the bullet:

a) To argue with a colleague.

b) To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation. .

d) To finish a task before the deadline

To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation. 

Explanation: This idiom means to face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude. 

Example: "We don't have enough staff, but we just have to bite the bullet and work extra hours to finish the project on time."

500

It's the most consumed chocolate bar in the world.

Snickers

500

Which Roman symbol represents the number 5?

V

500

Suffer a ______

a) a loss

b) a challenge

c) an agreement

Suffer a loss

Definition: To experience a financial loss, where expenses are greater than revenue. 

Example: "The company will suffer a loss this quarter due to the unexpected increase in production costs."

500

Cut corners:

a) To save time and money by taking shortcuts, often at the expense of quality.

b) To take a shorter route to work.

c) To reduce the number of meetings.

To save time and money by taking shortcuts, often at the expense of quality.

Explanation:  It has a negative connotation, suggesting carelessness.

Example: "If you cut corners on the construction, the building will not be safe."