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    Question

    In each question, three meanings numbered I, II and III are given for the Idiom / Phrase underlined in the sentence. Out of the given three meanings, only one or two or all the three may be correct. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom / Phrase and mark it as your answer.

    The comedian in last night’s stand up show was

    struggling hard to keep the pot boiling . I. To maintain the engagement or interest. II. To incite violence III. To keep the discussion going
    A Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Both II & III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both I & III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Keep the pot boiling - to maintain the momentum of something. Option I indicates the meaning in the best way.

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