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    Question

    Direction: Choose the correct idiom to fill the blank appropriately.

    "The politician's lies were finally exposed, and he had

    to ___________."
    A pay the piper Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B face the music Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C kick the bucket Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D let the cat out of the bag Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E beat around the bush Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom "faced the music" means to accept responsibility for one's actions, especially when it results in negative consequences. In this case, the speaker is admitting to making a mistake and taking responsibility for it. The other options are unrelated idioms. a) Pay the piper - Face the consequences of one's actions, especially when it involves a cost or a debt. b) Face the music - Accept responsibility for something, especially when it results in negative consequences. c) Kick the bucket - Euphemism for dying or passing away. d) Let the cat out of the bag - Accidentally reveal a secret or confidential information. e) Beat around the bush - Avoid talking about something directly, often by using indirect or vague language.

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