Question

Identify and choose the meaning of the underlined phrase/idiom from the given options:

I was sure that he would bear a hand in my new enterprise.

• A. Interfere
• B. Join
• C. Assist
• D. Rejoice

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Assist

The underlined phrase means 'to lend a hand'.

Option C is correct. 'Assist' means 'to lend a hand'. Thus, it has the required meaning and is the correct answer.

Options A, B and D are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.

Option A, interfere, means 'to get in the way'.

Option D, rejoice, means 'feel happy'.