Multiple choice

I suspect the fellow lives by his wits as he never opens up with anyone. Pick the correct answer for the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

  1. he is extremely frightened

  2. he allows himself to think calmly and clearly in a demanding situation

  3. he is constantly alert and vigilant

  4. he has no settled means of subsistence, but picks up a living by deceit or fraud

  5. he is overwhelmed with difficulties, and is at a loss as to what to do next
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Correct; this is the reason that he doesn't talk much with others.

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