Question

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

    Anjali, please don’t tell me fairy tales; I just want

    to know the real matter ________.
    A in the cold Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B in a fortnight Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C in the long run Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D in a nutshell Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The phrase "in a nutshell" means to summarise something concisely or to get to the essence of the matter. The other options do not fit the context of summarising or getting to the main point.

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