Question

What does the idiom "let the cat out of the bag" mean?

• A. To release a cat
• B. To reveal a secret carelessly
• C. To say something suspicious
• D. To drop the bag

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To reveal a secret carelessly

The idiom "let the cat out of the bag" means to accidentally reveal a secret or surprise that was supposed to be kept hidden.

• ✅ B) To reveal a secret carelessly – Correct

• ❌ A) To release a cat – Literal, not idiomatic

• ❌ C) To say something suspicious – Not accurate

• ❌ D) To drop the bag – Irrelevant to the idiom