Question

Choose the correct meaning of the idioms given in capital letter in the sentences :
His speech FELL SHORT on the audience:

• A. had no effect
• B. moved the audience
• C. impressed the audience
• D. was quite short

Hint:

When encountering phrases like "fell short," think about the idea of something not meeting expectations or failing to achieve the desired result.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The expression "fell short" means that something was not enough or did not meet expectations. In this context, it suggests that the speech had no significant impact on the audience. The correct answer is "had no effect". The other options do not fit the intended meaning of the phrase.