SSC English Sample Paper SSC Sample Test Paper English-20

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    Directions: Four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
    Let sleeping dogs lie.

    A)  Dogs can raise tempers

    B)  Do not allow dogs to stand

    C)  Prevent dog mobility

    D)  Do not bring up an old controversial issue.

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     The correct alternative is do not bring up an old controversial issue.  Eg- The bureaucrat under investigation mockingly remarked, "let sleeping dogs lie".


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