Directions: For each of the following sentences four alternatives are given. You are required to choose the correct meaning of the idiom or phrase given underlined in the sentence. The politician was able to sway the mob with his gift of the gab .

Step-by-step solution

Gift of the gab: The ability to speak easily and confidently in a way that makes people want to listen to you and believe you. Ex. She's got the gift of the gab - she should work in sales and marketing. Option A is hence the correct answer.