Multiple choice

Directions: Select the right meaning of the phrase given below from the given choices.

A black sheep

  1. an unlucky person

  2. a disreputable member of a group

  3. an ugly person

  4. a partner who takes no share of the profits
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase 'a black sheep' refers to a disreputable or undesirable member of a group, family, or organization. It originates from the literal black sheep that were considered less valuable than white sheep in a flock because their wool couldn't be dyed.

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