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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 18

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q18

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Storm in a teacup

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. A big fuss over a small issue.

  • In the given question, we need to select the meaning of the given idiom.
  • An IDIOM refers to "a group of words established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words".

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given idiom:-

  • Storm in a teacup- A big fuss over a small issue.
  • For example:-  He insisted the row was a 'storm in a teacup'.

The meaning of the given idiom is the same as the chosen option hence, it will be correct.