After each of the sentences below, a list of possible interpretations of the underlined part of the sentence is given. Identify the option that best explains the underlined part.
"You will soon get to know the ropes" the transport officer said to the new driver.
A. find out how ropes are made B. find out how to move on ropes C. become acquainted with what goes on in the department D. become accomplished with how ropes are made
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
become acquainted with what goes on in the department. "Know the ropes" means be thoroughly acquainted with the way in which something is done.