Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the exact meaning of the idiom/phrase/sentence.

No one knew what to say, but at last I broke the ice.

  1. to crack the ice

  2. to start a conversation

  3. to start quarrelling

  4. to end the hostility
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B Correct answer
Explanation

'Break the ice' is a common idiom meaning to initiate a conversation or social interaction to relieve tension or awkwardness between people who don't know each other well. It doesn't refer to actual ice or conflict.

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