Question

Choose the best option to complete the conversation.

Rohan: Did you enjoy last night’s party.
Siya: Absolutely! We .

A) thought it was high time
B) were behind the times
C) had a whale of a time
D) got a hell of a time

Answer 1

Hint: Conversations are the talks or the exchange of ideas, feelings and others through words. This helps a person in expressing oneself and knowing about other people’s thoughts.

Complete answer:

The phrase that will be the best option to complete the given sentence should mean something that expresses the feeling of joy and that they enjoyed their time.
Analyzing the given options, we can identify the correct answer.
Thought it was high time is Option A. This phrase means that something that should have been done before needs to be done now on a priority basis. It depicts a lack of time. But this phrase does not mean enjoyment in any sense, therefore, option A will be incorrect.
Were behind the times means to not follow the changes with time and stay outdated or traditional. This is also not associated with fun or enjoyment. Therefore, option B is also incorrect.
Had a whale of time means to enjoy a lot. This phrase is similar in meaning to the required phrase. This phrase is usually used to denote something that is magnificent or extremely wonderful and enjoying. This phrase is used to express the feeling of joy and fun. Therefore, this can be the most suitable option. So, option C can be possibly correct.
Got a hell of time means something that is not very pleasant or that is difficult. This phrase can have different meanings depending on the context in which it is used. But here it is not the most suitable option. Therefore, option D is incorrect.
Thus, option C is the correct answer.

Note: The phrases can have similar meanings. But always there will be one option that will be most suitable which needs to be found out.