For each of the following sentences four alternatives are given. You are required to choose the correct meaning of the idiom or phrase given or underlined in the sentence. Chandu used very ugly words against his kind uncle; he threw down the gauntlet before him.

• A. he put several conditions for negotiation
• B. he behaved as if he was very great and important person
• C. he showed his readiness to leave the place
• D. he abused and insulted him
• E. he threw the challenge

Answer: (E)