Question 40
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2024
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EDO_L1
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objective
Idiom: "Throw in the towel". Explain what this idiom means, discuss why a towel is used in the expression, and give an example of its use in a sports context.
Answer Options
A.
"Throw in the towel" means to celebrate a victory. It originates from swimming, where a swimmer tosses a towel after finishing a race. Example: "After winning the marathon, the runner threw in the towel, showing his triumph."
B.
"Throw in the towel" means to start a new project. It originates from theater, where a stagehand throws a towel onto the set to signal the opening act. Example: "Before the play began, the director threw in the towel, marking the start of the performance."
Correct Answer
C.
"Throw in the towel" means to surrender or give up. It originates from boxing, where a trainer throws a towel into the ring to stop a fight when a boxer cannot continue. Example: "After losing the first three sets, the tennis player's coach threw in the towel, signalling the match was over."
D.
"Throw in the towel" means to change teams. It originates from baseball, where a player tosses a towel onto the field to indicate a trade. Example: "When the quarterback was traded, the coach threw in the towel, indicating the roster change."
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
"Throw in the towel" means to surrender or give up. It originates from boxing, where a trainer throws a towel into the ring to stop a fight when a boxer cannot continue. Example: "After losing the first three sets, the tennis player's coach threw in the towel, signalling the match was over."
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2024
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