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What is the meaning of the idiom 'Apple of discord'?

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

Answer options

  1. A tasty fruit
  2. A cause of quarrel
  3. A peaceful resolution
  4. A beautiful object

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: A cause of quarrel

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) A cause of quarrel šŸ“š Explanation: An 'apple of discord' refers to the core subject or root cause of an argument, rivalry, or dispute. The phrase originates from Greek mythology regarding a golden apple that caused a massive dispute among the goddesses, eventually leading to the Trojan War.