Which of the following idioms is not correctly matched?

1. To have a raw deal - To be treated unfairly
2. To have a sunstroke - To be affected by the sun
3. To be over the moon - To be extremely happy
4. To get something for a song - To get something very cheaply

1. A

   3

2. B

   1

3. C

   4

4. D

   2

Appeared in: DSSSB 12 August 2024

Explanation

• An idiom is a phrase with a figurative meaning that is different from its literal meaning.
• The phrase 'to have a sunstroke' is a literal description of a medical condition caused by excessive exposure to the sun.
• It is not an idiom because its meaning is direct and not figurative.
• The question asks to find the incorrectly matched idiom. Since this option is not an idiom at all, it is the correct choice as it does not fit the category.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: This is a valid idiom. 'To have a raw deal' correctly means to be treated unfairly. The phrase and its meaning are matched correctly.
• Option C: This is a valid idiom. 'To be over the moon' correctly means to be extremely happy or ecstatic. The phrase and its meaning are matched correctly.
• Option D: This is a valid idiom. 'To get something for a song' correctly means to buy something for a very low price. The phrase and its meaning are matched correctly.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Identification and meaning of English idioms as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• Although this is an English language question, understanding the term 'sunstroke' is vital in nursing.
• Sunstroke (Heatstroke) is a life-threatening medical emergency characterized by a body temperature greater than 40°C (104°F) and central nervous system dysfunction.
• Immediate nursing interventions include rapid cooling (e.g., moving to a cool place, applying cool, wet cloths, fanning), monitoring vital signs, and preparing for intravenous fluid administration to prevent organ damage.

How to Approach the Question

• First, understand the core of the question. It asks you to identify the option that is 'not correctly matched' in a list of idioms.
• Define the key term: An 'idiom' is a phrase where the meaning is figurative and not literal.
• Analyze each option by asking: Is this phrase an idiom? Is its given meaning the correct figurative meaning?
• Evaluate Option 1 ('raw deal'): Yes, it's an idiom for unfair treatment. The match is correct.
• Evaluate Option 3 ('over the moon'): Yes, it's an idiom for extreme happiness. The match is correct.
• Evaluate Option 4 ('for a song'): Yes, it's an idiom for getting something cheaply. The match is correct.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Identification and meaning of English idioms
• Stem keywords: idioms, English grammar, vocabulary, figurative language
• Lead-in keywords: not
• Negative lead-in flag: The question asks to identify the option that is NOT a correctly matched idiom, requiring an evaluation of each phrase's literal versus figurative meaning.

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