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    Question

    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the

    idiom/phrase bold in the sentence. Rohan tried to explain his actions, but his boss read him the riot act.
    A Gave him a warning Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Praised him for his work Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ignored his explanation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Encouraged him to continue Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom "read someone the riot act" means to give someone a severe warning or scolding, usually to make them stop misbehaving. Rohan’s boss reprimanding him fits this meaning.

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