Multiple choice

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

He shows the white feather when it comes to dealing with real life problems.

  1. acts cowardly

  2. tells lies

  3. runs away

  4. shows true colors
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The white feather was historically associated with cowardice - white feathers in game birds were considered signs of poor fighting spirit. To show the white feather means to act cowardly. Option A correctly captures this meaning. The other options refer to lying, running away, or showing true colors, which are different concepts.

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