be far removed from the masses and reality(stand high above the masses)

behave correctly and cautiously(be strictly upright and correct in behaviour)

a dog trying to catch mice--too meddlesome

be simple and straight-forward

strut about pleased with oneself(look about in a haughty manner)

slick as a whistle

touch one's heart deeply

be willing to be second best

strange voice or affected manner

hand over something on a silver platter(hand over with a bow)

restore an official to his original post(be sent back to one's post)

sagacity and foresight

have monstrous audacity(Monstrous audacity!)

inspirer(gladden the people's hearts)

seeing and hearing little; solitary and inexperienced

a fair shake(square deal)

shining with brilliance

dyed in the wool(inveterate; deepseated)

man your posts(take your marks; on your marks)

fertile land