Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

Q:

In spite of the high sounding words, his speech fell flat on the audience.

• 1
  failed to make an impact
• 2
  impressed a lot
• 3
  appealed to the sentiments of the audience
• 4
  could not be heard clearly