Correct Answer:
A. Of opposite sex
This question asks for the meaning of the idiom "Beauty and the Beast." This idiom typically refers to a pairing of two individuals who are strikingly different, often in terms of physical appearance, where one is very attractive ("Beauty") and the other is less so ("Beast"). This contrast often involves individuals of opposite sexes.
- Option A: "Of opposite sex" is the most appropriate answer among the choices. While the idiom primarily highlights contrasting appearances, the classic tale and common usage often involve a male and female pairing, making "opposite sex" a relevant aspect of the contrast.
- Options B, C, and D are nonsensical phrases and do not represent any valid meaning of the idiom.