Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option that best expresses the meaning of the idiom.

To set the people by ears

  1. to box the people

  2. to insult and disgrace the people

  3. to punish heavily

  4. to excite people to a quarrel
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D Correct answer
Explanation

'To set the people by ears' means to incite, provoke, or stir up conflict between people. The imagery suggests causing people to fight like animals, similar to 'setting dogs on each other.' It's about creating discord and quarrels.

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