Directions: Match the British English words under Column A with their American English equivalents under Column B and choose the correct code.

Column A	Column B
A. chips	1. garbage can
B. dustbin	2. jelly
C. jam	3. guy
D. fellow	4. french fries

 

The correct answer is 'A - 4, B - 1, C - 2, D - 3.' 

Key Points

• ​Let's see the British English words and their American English equivalents:-
  • 'Chips' (British English word) are long rectangular pieces of deep-fried potato.
    • 'French fries' (American English word) are thin strips of deep-fried potato; chips.
  • 'Dustbin' (British English word) is a container for household refuse, especially one kept outside.
    • 'Garbage can' (American English word) is a container, typically plastic or metal, for household refuse; a dustbin.
  • 'Jam' (British English word) is a sweet spread or conserve made from fruit and sugar boiled to a thick consistency.
    • 'Jelly' (American English word) is a type of clear gelatinous jam.
  • 'Fellow' (British English word) means a man or boy.
    • 'Guy' (American English word) means a man.
       

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.