Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate idiom for the following context.
If only Sara stopped ___________, she would have many friends.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4, i.e. acting high and mighty.
Context: The sentence talks about Sara’s behaviour, which is possibly arrogant or proud, and that is why she doesn't have many friends. So, the idiom must match this idea.
Meaning of the words:
Acting high and mighty – Behaving in a proud or arrogant way, as if one is better than others
Acting her age – Behaving maturely or appropriately for her age
Having an Achilles heel – Having a weakness
Having an acid test – Facing a real test or trial
Correct word: Acting high and mighty fits best here because it means Sara is acting proudly, which is why people don’t like to be friends with her.
Reason: If Sara stopped being arrogant, she would be more likeable. The other idioms do not fit the context of the sentence.
Final Sentence: If only Sara stopped acting high and mighty, she would have many friends.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.