WBCS.LIVE practice question

Select the correct meaning of the idiom underlined below: He is a Dark horse.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Silent
  2. Secretive
  3. Dangerous
  4. Possessing a secret ability

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Possessing a secret ability

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Possessing a secret ability šŸ“š Explanation: In politics and competitions, a 'dark horse' is someone who is little known to the public but ends up winning or performing surprisingly well. It suggests that the person has hidden talents or strengths that were not initially apparent. It is a figurative term for an unexpected but capable competitor.