Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.

Does my name ring a bell for you?

To sound familiar

The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom "does my name ring a bell for you?" is to sound familiar.

This idiom is used to ask if someone is familiar with you or something you have said. It is often used in a humorous way, but it can also be used in a more serious way. For example, you might say "Does my name ring a bell? I'm the one who called you yesterday." This means that you are trying to remind someone of who you are.

The other options are not as accurate descriptions of the meaning of the idiom.

• To be very frightened: This is more accurately described by the idiom "to be scared stiff."
• To take advantage: This is more accurately described by the idiom "to take someone for a ride."
• To mock someone: This is more accurately described by the idiom "to make fun of someone."