Choose the correct Idiom from the options given to complete the sentence:

The boy _____ to the pleadings of his well wishers.

turned a deaf ear

The correct answer is Option (4) → turned a deaf ear

The correct idiom to complete the sentence is:

"The boy **turned a deaf ear** to the pleadings of his well-wishers."

Explanation:
- "Turned a deaf ear" means to ignore or refuse to listen to someone or something.
- In this context, it suggests that the boy ignored the pleas or advice of his well-wishers.

Here's why the other options wouldn't work:

• Turned a new leaf: This means to start behaving better after a period of bad behavior.
• Cut loose: This implies breaking free from restraint or control.
• Became black and blue: This refers to someone getting bruised all over.