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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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