Multiple choice

Directions: Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Even if you scratch the surface, you will surely find many skeletons tumbling out of his closet.

  1. scratch the paint

  2. investigate superficially

  3. search his home

  4. investigate thoroughly

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase, 'scratch the surface' refers to investigating superficially. The others are the incorrect meanings of the given phrase.