Consist of sentences each of which contains one or two idioms. Four possible…
2023
Consist of sentences each of which contains one or two idioms. Four possible meanings labelled (1) through (4) are provided below each sentence. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom.
I would like to see Ramu do his own work for a change instead of always back-seat driving.
- A.
driving a car from the back
- B.
being critical of work being done by others
- C.
offering advice
- D.
annoying
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Correct answer: B
Explanation:
The idiom "back-seat driving" refers to interfering with or criticising how someone else is doing a task—giving unsolicited directions, pointing out faults, or telling others how to do their work instead of letting them proceed independently.
In the given sentence, the intended meaning is "being critical of work being done by others."
Example: "Ramu keeps telling his colleagues how to do their tasks and criticising every little mistake; he should stop back-seat driving."