Direction: Select the word or group of words that is almost similar/nearest in meaning to the given expression. A truant boy promised to turn over a new leaf.
Question and options
Direction: Select the word or group of words that is almost similar/nearest in meaning to the given expression. A truant boy promised to turn over a new leaf.
- turn to nature
- make a fresh start
- move away from the place
- None of the given options is correct
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - make a fresh start
'To turn over a new leaf' is an idiom meaning to make a fresh start and live a better life, which is what a truant boy would promise. It has nothing to do with turning to nature or moving away from a place.
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