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Match the expressions in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2. Column 1 1. with all our hearts 2. to be precise 3. gain an audience with 4. catch his breath 5. erupts in applause

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Question

Match the expressions in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2.

Column 1 Column 2
1. with all our hearts (i) surprised
2. to be precise (ii) starts cheering together
3. gain an audience with (iii) hidden information that is not obvious
4. catch his breath (iv) exact and accurate
5. erupts in applause (v) meeting or hearing someone
6. grand scheme of things (vi) complete sincerity
7. taken aback (vii) to pause or rest for some time
8. more than meets the eye (viii) overall plan of life in a larger context

Now, make sentences using any five of the expressions from Column 1.

Grammar/Language
Match the Columns
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Solution

Column 1 Column 2
1. with all our hearts (vi) complete sincerity
2. to be precise (iv) exact and accurate
3. gain an audience with (v) meeting or hearing someone
4. catch his breath (vii) to pause or rest for some time
5. erupts in applause (ii) starts cheering together
6. grand scheme of things (viii) overall plan of life in a larger context
7. taken aback (i) surprised
8. more than meets the eye (iii) hidden information that is not obvious
  1. We thanked our teacher with all our hearts for her guidance.
  2. The journey took three hours, to be precise.
  3. The students hoped to gain an audience with the Principal.
  4. After running for a long distance, Ravi stopped to catch his breath.
  5. The crowd erupts in applause when the team wins the match.
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Chapter 3: Wisdom Paves the Way - Exercise [Page 39]

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NCERT English Poorvi Class 8
Chapter 3 Wisdom Paves the Way
Exercise | Q II. | Page 39
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