Colours Idioms

1. If something happens "out of the blue," what does it mean?

• A. It was expected

• B. It happened suddenly and unexpectedly

• C. It was a sad event

• D. It came from the sea

2. What is "the black market"?

• A. A market that sells only dark-colored goods

• B. A legal place to buy rare items

• C. An illegal trading network

• D. A stock exchange for black-owned businesses

3. What does "red tape" refer to?

• A. A celebration with red decorations

• B. Bureaucratic rules and delays

• C. Emergency services

• D. A warning signal

4. Telling "a white lie" means:

• A. Lying to protect someone’s feelings

• B. Telling a racist joke

• C. Avoiding the truth to stay out of trouble

• D. Exaggerating for entertainment

5. If someone sees things in "black and white," they:

• A. Are colorblind

• B. See things as either right or wrong, with no in-between

• C. Watch old movies

• D. Focus on racial issues

6. What is "a white elephant"?

• A. A very rare animal

• B. A valuable object

• C. A useless or burdensome possession

• D. An ancient symbol of wisdom

7. A "grey area" is:

• A. A dirty part of town

• B. A part of the brain

• C. A situation that lacks clarity or rules

• D. An outdated method

8. A "red herring" is:

• A. A spicy fish dish

• B. A misleading clue or distraction

• C. A type of salmon

• D. A sign of danger