Read the situation below and select the idiom that best describes Lily’s state of mind.

Torn between a scholarship to a prestigious university and a dream job offer, Lily finds herself deeply confused, unsure of which path to follow. Each option holds the promise of a bright future, yet the weight of the decision leaves her overwhelmed and unable to move forward.

Correct option is B

Here's a breakdown of the idioms, their meanings in English and Hindi, with an example sentence and explanation of why each is correct or incorrect for the given situation:
(a) Between a rock and a hard place
Meaning (English): In a difficult situation where both options are unpleasant or undesirable.
अर्थ (हिंदी): ऐसी कठिन स्थिति जहाँ दोनों विकल्प बुरे या अप्रिय हों।
Example: After the car broke down and he had no money for repairs or transport, Jake was stuck between a rock and a hard place.
❌ Incorrect: Lily's options (scholarship and job offer) are both positive, not unpleasant. So this idiom doesn’t fit.
(b) At a crossroads
Meaning (English): At a point where a crucial decision must be made between different paths or options.
अर्थ (हिंदी): एक ऐसा मोड़ जहाँ किसी को महत्वपूर्ण निर्णय लेना होता है।
Example: After graduation, she found herself at a crossroads, unsure whether to continue studying or start working.
✅ Correct: Lily must choose between two positive life-changing options—a classic "crossroads" situation.
(c) Bite the bullet
Meaning (English): To force oneself to do something unpleasant or difficult that has been avoided.
अर्थ (हिंदी): किसी कठिन या अप्रिय कार्य को हिम्मत से करना।
Example: He didn’t want surgery, but the pain was unbearable, so he had to bite the bullet.
❌ Incorrect: Lily is not avoiding a painful action; she is confused about a positive choice.
(d) The ball is in your court
Meaning (English): It’s now your turn to take action or make a decision.
अर्थ (हिंदी): अब निर्णय लेने या कार्रवाई करने की बारी आपकी है।
Example: I’ve made my offer—now the ball is in your court.
❌ Partially correct, but not ideal: While Lily does have to make a decision, this idiom doesn’t express her confusion or emotional struggle.
(e) Jump the gun
Meaning (English): To act too soon without thinking or preparing properly.
अर्थ (हिंदी): बिना पूरी तैयारी या सोच के जल्दबाज़ी में कुछ कर देना।
Example: She jumped the gun by quitting her job before securing another one.
❌ Incorrect: Lily hasn't made any hasty move. She is still undecided.
✅ Final Answer: (b) At a crossroads
It best captures Lily’s emotional and decision-making conflict between two good life paths.