In the following question, four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in bold and italics in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.
The old man was cut to the quick when his rich son refused to recognise him.
A.
surprised
B.
hurt intensely
C.
annoyed
D.
irritated
Correct answer is B
No explanation has been provided for this answer.
