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Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

  1. to put one’s hand to plough
    1. to take up a difficult task
    2. to get entangled into unnecessary things
    3. to take up agricultural farming
    4. take interest in technical work
Correct Option: A

to put one’s hand to plough : to embark on/ take up a difficult task Look at the sentence :
● She needed a rest, but she had put her hand to the plough. Here, to take up a difficult task is the right option.



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