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Match the phrases in List I with their correct meanings in List II. List I (Phrase): A. To make bricks without straw B. To hide one's light under a bushel C. To separate the wheat from the chaff D. To sell one's birthright for a mess of pottage List II (Meaning): 1. To keep one's talents or ideas secret out of modesty 2. To try to accomplish something without necessary materials 3. To distinguish valuable things from those that are worthless 4. To give up something of great value for a small, immediate reward
- 1A-4, B-1, C-3, D-2
- 2A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
- 3A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3
- 4A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4✓
Correct answer
A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
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