Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
My knowledge about archeology is very less in comparison to my sister.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. a drop in the ocean.
- A drop in the ocean-It is an idiom that means a very small or insignificant amount compared to a much larger whole.
- In this context, it accurately conveys the idea that the speaker's knowledge is much less compared to their sister's expertise in archaeology.
- A fish out of water- feeling out of place or uncomfortable in a situation.
- A spit in the ocean- a similar idiom to "a drop in the ocean" but less commonly used.
- A water under the bridge- referring to something that has already happened and is no longer relevant do not fit the context of comparing knowledge levels.
Hence, the correct option would be a drop in the ocean.