Select the word segment that substitutes (replaces) the bracketed proverb segment correctly and completes the sentence meaningfully.

He (was very angry) when he saw the damage to his car.

Correct option is C

Explanation:

The correct answer "blew his top."

The phrase "blew his top" is an idiomatic expression meaning "became very angry." It fits perfectly into the sentence to convey the idea that the person became extremely angry when he saw the damage to his car.


Information Booster:

Meaning of "blew his top":

This idiom is used to describe a situation when someone becomes very angry or loses control due to frustration or anger.
Example: "He blew his top when he heard the news."

Other similar idioms for expressing anger:

"Hit the roof" – to become very angry.
"See red" – to get very angry.
"Fly off the handle" – to lose one's temper suddenly.

Additional Knowledge :

"lost his marbles" -
This idiom refers to someone losing their mental stability or acting irrationally, not just expressing anger. 

"hit the hay" -
"Hit the hay" means to go to bed or sleep.

"broke the ice" -
"Broke the ice" means to make people feel more comfortable, usually at the beginning of a conversation or social event.