Direction: Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.

Getting the long-awaited promotion is a/an milestone in her career.

The correct answer is "Important event."

 Key Points

• The idiom "milestone" refers to a significant event or achievement in one's life or career. (किसी के जीवन या करियर में एक महत्वपूर्ण घटना या उपलब्धि)
• In this context, "getting the long-awaited promotion" is a milestone because it marks a major accomplishment in the woman's career.
• The word "milestone" is often used metaphorically to refer to important events or achievements, such as graduating from college or buying a house.
  • Example: Learning to walk is a milestone in a child's development.
• Grammatically, "milestone" is a noun that functions as the subject of the sentence.
• The correct answer is Option 2 .

 Additional Information

• Option 1 - Burden: A "burden" refers to something that is heavy or difficult to bear. (बोझा, वज़न)
• Option 3 - Wonder: "Wonder" refers to a feeling of surprise or amazement. (आश्‍चर्य और आदर का भाव)
• Option 4 - Mishap: A "mishap" refers to an unfortunate or unlucky event. (मामूली दुर्घटना या अशुभ प्रसंग)