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English · Q142

Idioms And Phrases

Competitive Exams · English · question 142

Q142

The authorities took him to task for his negligence.

A.
gave him additional work
B.
suspended his assignment
C.
reprimanded him
Answer
D.
forced him to resign

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
took him to task: to criticize someone.