Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase printed in bold type.

To put somebody in his place

  1. To turn him out

  2. To honour him

  3. To give him due respect

  4. To make him humble

  5. None of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

To 'put someone in his place' is an idiom meaning to make someone realize they are not as important as they think they are, thereby making them humble.

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