Overview and summary expressions (Difficult) Quiz Home › IELTS › IELTS English Vocabulary › Overview and summary expressions (Difficult) 📝 IELTS – English Vocabulary – Overview and summary expressions – Difficult 20 questions · 15 min timer · Explanations included · Free 1. Which phrase would you use to describe a situation that is not as simple as it seems? The tip of the iceberg A piece of cake In hot water On cloud nine None Show Hint 'The tip of the iceberg' suggests that there is more to a situation than is visible. 'A piece of cake' means something easy, 'in hot water' means in trouble, and 'on cloud nine' means very happy. 2. What expression would you use to describe an overview that misses crucial details? A silver lining A wild goose chase A storm in a teacup A bird's eye view None Show Hint 'A bird's eye view' means a general overview that might miss details. 'A storm in a teacup' means a small problem exaggerated, 'a wild goose chase' means a futile pursuit, and 'a silver lining' means a positive aspect. Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Click Submit to see your final score! Previous Start Quiz Next Time's up
