WBCS.LIVE practice question

Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase: When he took charge as the General Manager of the Company, he situation was at sixes and sevens.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. the money was meagre
  2. the company was in debt
  3. only a few workers were there
  4. in utter confusion

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: in utter confusion

Explanation: Context: The idiom ‘at sixes and sevens’ means a state of confusion, disorder, or disorganisation. It is used when things are not arranged properly or when there’s chaos. 1. the money was meagre ❌ – unrelated. 2. the company was in debt ❌ – not the same meaning. 3. only a few workers were there ❌ – incorrect. 4. in utter confusion ✅ – correct; expresses the meaning of disorder.