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    Question

    In the following sentences, an idiom or idiomatic

    phrase is given in bold. You need to determine whether the given idiom is correctly used in the context of the sentence. If it is correct, choose "No improvement." Otherwise, select the most appropriate replacement from the given options. The manager jumped the gun when he noticed discrepancies in the financial reports but chose to ignore them.
    A Turned a blind eye Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Smelled a rat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Was on cloud nine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Raised an eyebrow Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No improvement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom "jumped the gun" means acting too soon or before the right time, which does not fit the context of the sentence. The sentence suggests that the manager noticed discrepancies but chose to ignore them. This indicates that he suspected something was wrong but did not take action.The correct idiom to use here is "smelled a rat", which means sensing something suspicious or dishonest.Thus, option (B) "Smelled a rat" is the best replacement.

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