Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Heap coals of fire on someone's head'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Heap coals of fire on someone's head'.

A. To attack

B. To make someone ashamed by being overly kind

C. To burn someone

D. To throw coal

Answer: Option B

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It means to return good for evil to cause guilt.

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