Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idioms/phrases. To turn over a new leaf
Question and options
Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idioms/phrases.
To turn over a new leaf
- To change the old habits and adopt new ones
- To cover up one's faults by wearing new masks
- To shift attention to new problems after having studied the old ones thoroughly
- To start reading a new chapter of a book
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - To change the old habits and adopt new ones
To turn over a new leaf means to reform: give up old (bad) habits and start afresh with better ones. The other options misread the idiom.
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