Four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase printed in bold. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. Red-tape
Options:
A . official procedures causing delay
B . label red for something dangerous
C . to be cleared very fast
D . a procedure for close scrutiny
Answer: Option A Answer: (a) red tape : official rules that seem more complicated than necessary and prevent things from being done quickly. Here, official procedures causing delay is the right option. Look at the setence : ⇒ l You have to go through endless red tape to get a residence permit.
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