Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

From the given options, select the one which rightly explains the expression:

‘A wild goose chase’

Options:

A Foolish and useless enterprise

To hunt wild life

A violent chase of criminals

To speak harshly

Correct Answer:

A Foolish and useless enterprise

Explanation:

The correct explanation for the expression "A wild goose chase" among the given options is: A foolish and useless enterprise.

The expression "A wild goose chase" means a foolish and useless enterprise. It refers to a pursuit or endeavor that is unlikely to succeed, much like attempting to catch a wild goose, which is known for being elusive and difficult to capture.

E.g Now a days we often end up in a wild goose chase when we try to find a genuine person on the social networking sites.