Based on the situation in the sentence, select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment.
He always takes up difficult tasks – those which are beyond his capabilities.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Bite off more than you can chew.
"Bite off more than you can chew": It refers to take on a task that is too big or difficult for one person to complete.
In the sentence, the person is taking up difficult tasks that are beyond their capabilities, which directly aligns with the meaning of this idiom.
Compared to other options:
"Pull someone's leg": It refers to making fun of or taunting someone, which is inappropriate while facing difficult tasks.
"No pain, no gain": It suggests that work and struggle are required for achievement.
"Miss the boat": The idiom refers to missing an opportunity.