Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Hit the books

The correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. To begin studying.

Key Points

• The idiom "Hit the books" means to begin studying. (पढ़ाई शुरू करना)
  • Example: I have a big exam coming up, so I need to hit the books tonight.
• "To begin studying" refers to the act of starting to study, usually in preparation for an exam or test. (पढ़ाई शुरू करना)
  • Example: She hit the books immediately after dinner to prepare for her final exams.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. To begin studying.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• To organise a bookshelf (किताबों की शेल्फ को व्यवस्थित करना): To arrange books on a shelf in a tidy or specific order.
  • Example: She spent the afternoon organizing her bookshelf by genre and author.
• To read for pleasure (मनोरंजन के लिए पढ़ना): To read books or other materials for enjoyment rather than for study or work.
  • Example: He likes to read for pleasure before going to bed.
• To hit someone with a book (किसी को किताब से मारना): To physically strike someone using a book.
  • Example: In a fit of anger, he hit his brother with a book.

Question 1: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. "Hit the books"
The correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. To begin studying.