Asked in: IB ACIO 2023 T-1
keep up with the joneses in SSC previous-year questions
- IB ACIO 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the conclusion(s) that follow(s) based on the correct meaning of the underlined segment in the following sentence.
Sentence:
It is not prudent to try to keep up with the Joneses.
Conclusion:
(i) Most employees are in the good books of their employers by saying ‘Yes’ to whatever their employers say.
(ii) As a result, many middle class families are unable to live a debt-free life.
(iii) People in the community respect the Joneses for their wisdom.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) Only conclusion (ii)
Explanation:
The phrase "keep up with the Joneses" means trying to match the lifestyle, possessions, or social status of one's neighbors or peers, often by spending beyond one's means (दूसरों की नकल करने की होड़ में रहना, अक्सर अपनी आर्थिक स्थिति से अधिक खर्च करना).
Let's analyze each conclusion:
• Most employees are in the good books of their employers by saying ‘Yes’ to whatever their employers say.
• This is about workplace behavior and has no relation to the idea of matching others in lifestyle or possessions
• As a result, many middle class families are unable to live a debt-free life.
• This follows directly: if people try to keep up with the Joneses (दूसरों की बराबरी करने की कोशिश कर
keep up with the joneses – questions
Has keep up with the joneses been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – keep up with the joneses has been asked in SSC exams: IB ACIO 2023 T-1.