Question

Choose the exact meaning of the idiom/phrase.
The cooperation and the Espirit de corps between the soldiers and the officers were directly responsible for their victory.
A. Bravery
B. Division
C. Subordination
D. Loyalty

Answer 1

Hint: The phrase or idiom refers to the group of words that carry some metaphorical meaning that is different from their literal meanings.

Complete answer:
- The phrase Espirit de corps means to have a feeling of team spirit and loyalty towards the group and the team members. According to this meaning, all options will be analyzed.
- Bravery means to show courage and fearlessness. It is the state of boldness shown by someone. Meaning of the given phrase is not similar to bravery. Therefore, option A is incorrect.
- Division means dividing something in a proportion among a group of persons. This word is also not related to the phrase Espirit de corps as it represents unity and not division. Therefore, option B is also incorrect.
- Option C that is subordination means allotting someone a lower rank where the person needs to follow the orders of the superior. This meaning is also not implied by the phrase Espirit de corps. Therefore, option C is incorrect.
- Loyalty means to support and remain loyal to someone or something. This is the word that has a meaning similar to the phrase Espirit de corps.

> Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Note: The meaning of the phrase that will be most suitable in the given context will be the correct answer.