Question

Select the option that describes the idiom in quotes:

He has 'made his mark' in the world of cricket.

• A. Gained an unsavory reputation
• B. Scored many centuries
• C. Distinguished himself
• D. Played for his country

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

The quoted phrase means 'To do something that will be remembered or that makes one famous'.

Option A is incorrect. It means 'became famous for something bad'. Thus, it does not have the required meaning.

Option B is incorrect. We do not know if or not he scored many centuries. Thus, it is not the answer.

Option C is correct. 'Distinguished himself' means 'To do something that will be remembered'. Thus, it has the required meaning.

Option D is incorrect. It does not have any connection with the sentence or the quoted phrase.