Question

Which two sentences in the following convey the same idea? Choose from the combinations listed below:
1) He is in a fool’s paradise
2) He can’t see the wood for the trees
3) He can’t distinguish between reality and fancy.
4) He is unable to separate unimportant details from the really important ones

• A. 2, 3
• B. 2, 4
• C. 1, 4
• D. 1, 3

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The given sentences are idiomatic expressions that convey specific meanings. Let's analyze these:

1. He is in a fool’s paradise: This means that someone is living in a state of happiness that is false or not based on reality.
2. He can’t see the wood for the trees: This indicates someone is unable to see the big picture because they are focused on small details.
3. He can’t distinguish between reality and fancy: Suggests difficulty in separating what is real from what is imagined or unreal.
4. He is unable to separate unimportant details from the really important ones: Implies an inability to focus on important matters due to distraction by trivial details.

Upon comparison:

• Sentences 2 and 4 both refer to difficulty in distinguishing between central and peripheral elements, thus conveying the same meaning.

Therefore, the correct answer is the combination of sentences 2 and 4.