In each of the following questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom / Pharese printed in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase as your answer.
Receiving his first award was a shot in the arm for him.

Options

A. something that gives encouragement
B. something that is painful
C. something that needs attention
D. something done with a purpose

Answer

A

Explanation

a shot in the arm: something that gives encouragement
• The opening of a new research centre will give a much-needed shot in the arm. The best option is something that gives encouragement