Which of the following statements correctly uses the idiom 'red rag to a bull’ by substituting the highlighted words?
A. The poor subordinates are made scapegoats for the misdeeds of their superiors.
B. For me, a person playing a double game is someone who specially provokes me.
C. Since your boss is well disposed towards you, you must act promptly and ask for a promotion.
D. The huge loss to our factory due to the floods was a totally unexpected disaster.

Correct option is D

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is Statement B – “specially provokes me”.
Explanation:
The idiom "red rag to a bull" refers to something that provokes someone intensely or angers them easily. This idiom comes from bullfighting, where the red cloth is used to provoke the bull.
· In statement B, the idea of “a person playing a double game is someone who specially provokes me” fits perfectly with the idiom “red rag to a bull” as it describes a person’s action that triggers a strong emotional reaction.
· Grammatical rule used: Idioms are used in place of phrases to add vivid imagery or emphasis, and must match the tone and meaning of the sentence.
· Example: Mentioning politics in front of my uncle is like a red rag to a bull.
�� Information Booster: Some idioms are culturally contextual and may lose meaning when translated literally. Always match the emotional tone and intent.