Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.

He was in favour of quitting the job, but his mother put her foot down and he had to give up the idea.

  1. rebuked him

  2. tried to reason with him

  3. admitted that he had enough reason to quit

  4. took a firm stand

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

To put one's foot down means to take a resolute stand and be determined.