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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Keep a straight face
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Keep a straight face

A.

Become very confused

B.

Get on extremely well with someone

C.

Not laugh or change your expression even though you want to laugh

D.

Make more of an effort

Correct option is C

Option (c) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Idiom: “Keep a straight face” – To control your expression and not show amusement even when something is funny (हँसी रोककर गंभीर चेहरा बनाए रखना).
Example: I couldn’t keep a straight face when he started dancing in that costume.
Other related idioms and their meanings:
· Burst out laughing – To suddenly laugh loudly.
· Laugh one’s head off – To laugh uncontrollably.
· Keep one’s cool – To remain calm and composed.

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