Question

To burn the midnight oil

• A. To waste time
• B. To work late into the night
• C. To celebrate all night
• D. To sleep early

Hint:

Think of “midnight oil” as lamp oil burned during late-night study or work sessions. The literal image helps recall the figurative meaning.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The phrase "to burn the midnight oil" comes from a time when people used oil lamps. Staying up late to work or study meant using oil lamps until late.
\(\Rightarrow\) Thus, it means to work diligently late into the night, particularly on important assignments or academic work. \boxed{\text{To burn the midnight oil = To work late into the night}}