SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 17

SSC GD Constable (English) - 11 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q17

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To jump on the bandwagon

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. To follow popular trends.

  • In the given question, we need to select the meaning of the given idiom.
  • An IDIOM refers to "an expression whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words in it".

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

  • To jump on the bandwagon- To follow popular trends.
  • For example:- So many people are trying to quit smoking that I might as well jump on the bandwagon.

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