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 as your answer.
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The much-hyped event turned out be a nine days’ wonder.
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- an event that lasted for nine days
- created awe for nine days
- a dazzling spectacle of great value
- a dazzling short-lived spectacle of no real value
Correct Option: D
nine days’ wonder : a person/thing that makes people excited for a short time but does not last very long
● The elopement of Bob and Anne was a nine days’ wonder. The best option is a dazzling short-lived spectacle of no real value
