Play possum

Directions : Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Select the <strong>MOST APPROPRIATE</strong> response from the options provided and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. Pretend to be dead
  2. B. Take big risks
  3. C. Behave in a stupid way
  4. D. Be excessively happy

Correct Answer: A. Pretend to be dead

Explanation

To 'play possum' is an idiom meaning to pretend to be asleep or dead, often to deceive an opponent or avoid trouble.

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