GATE ME 2015 Set 3 — Question 2

MCQ+1 / -0.33EasyVocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)Verbal AptitudeGeneral Aptitude

General Aptitude → Verbal Aptitude → Vocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)

Last updated 5 September 2026

Question

Fill in the blank with the correct idiom/phrase. That boy from the town was a_______________in the sleepy village.

Correct answer (C) fish out of water Solution The idiom 'a fish out of water' describes a person who feels awkward or uncomfortable because they are in an unfamiliar situation. A boy from a bustling town would likely feel out of place and different in a quiet, 'sleepy village'. Therefore, 'fish out of water' is the most appropriate idiom to complete the sentence. (A) dog out of herd: This is not a standard English idiom. (B) sheep from the heap: This is not a standard English idiom. (C) fish out of water: This is the correct idiom for someone in an unfamiliar and uncomfortable environment. (D) bird from the flock: While 'birds of a feather flock together' is an idiom, 'bird from the flock' does not convey the meaning of being out of place. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (C) fish out of water Solution The idiom 'a fish out of water' describes a person who feels awkward or uncomfortable because they are in an unfamiliar situation. A boy from a bustling town would likely feel out of place and different in a quiet, 'sleepy village'. Therefore, 'fish out of water' is the most appropriate idiom to complete the sentence. (A) dog out of herd: This is not a standard English idiom. (B) sheep from the heap: This is not a standard English idiom. (C) fish out of water: This is the correct idiom for someone in an unfamiliar and uncomfortable environment. (D) bird from the flock: While 'birds of a feather flock together' is an idiom, 'bird from the flock' does not convey the meaning of being out of place.

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