Question

Choose the correct meaning of the given phrase.
"To keep one's temper"
A. To become angry
B. To be in good mood
C. To preserve one's energy
D. To be aloof from
E. None of these

Answer 1

Hint:The phrase “to keep one’s temper” means to keep calm and refrain from shouting or being angry even in unfavourable situations. Example:- He was so upset, but kept his temper. We will look for an option that means similar to the explained meaning.

Complete answer:
Let us discuss each option individually in detail to figure out the correct answer with the help of the above stated hint.
To become angry:- “ To become angry” means to lose one’s temper. This is opposite to the meaning of the given phrase which is discussed in the hint. Therefore, this is not the correct option.
To be in a good mood:- “ To be in a good mood” means to be in a calm and light state of mind. This is similar to the meaning of the given phrase as described in the above hint. Therefore, this is the correct option.
To preserve one’s energy:- “To preserve one’s energy” means to sustain one’s energy. This is different from the meaning of the given phrase as discussed in the above hint. Therefore, this is not the correct option.
To be aloof from :- “ To be aloof from “ means to be reserved in one’s own space, being apart. This is different from the meaning of the given phrase as discussed in the above hint. Therefore, this is not the correct option.
None of the above:-This option is invalid as we have found our answer in option B.

Hence, the correct answer is option B.

Note:The given phrase “ to keep one’s temper” is used in situations when an individual refrains from expressing anger or his disagreement in a harsh way despite being upset about something or disagreeing on something. The word ‘temper’ is used for ‘temperament’ which refers to the mental, physical and emotional traits of a person.