Choose an idiom to replace the expression in the brackets: They were very happy at first but after several years their marriage appeared to be (experiencing problems).
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getting serious
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on the rocks
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a match made in heaven
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puppy love
The idiom "on the rocks" is used to describe a relationship or marriage that is experiencing serious problems and is in danger of failing. This matches the context of a marriage that was initially happy but later developed issues. The other options are incorrect: "getting serious" refers to relationship progression, "a match made in heaven" means a perfect couple, and "puppy love" refers to young immature love.
To answer this question, you need to understand idioms related to relationships and marriages. Let's go through each option to understand why it is correct or incorrect:
Option A) "getting serious" - This option is incorrect because it means that a relationship is becoming more committed and intense, but it does not imply that there are problems or difficulties.
Option B) "on the rocks" - This option is correct because it is an idiom that means a relationship or marriage is experiencing difficulties or problems.
Option C) "a match made in heaven" - This option is incorrect because it means that a couple is well-suited for each other and their marriage is perfect and harmonious, which contradicts the statement about experiencing problems.
Option D) "puppy love" - This option is incorrect because it refers to a young and immature love, typically experienced by teenagers, and does not convey the idea of a marriage experiencing problems.
The correct answer is B) "on the rocks". This option is correct because it accurately describes a marriage that is experiencing difficulties or problems.