SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Constable (English) - 11 Feb 2019 Shift 2 • English • Q1

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To keep an eye on

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. To keep a watch.

  • 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:-

  • To keep an eye on- To keep a watch.
  • For example:-  I've been putting on a lot of weight. I need to keep an eye on what I eat.

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