"My son just left for college to try and make ..... of himself....."

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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"My son just left for college to try and make ..... of himself. He figures school is his ticket to a good-paying job and I think he is right for the most part," Jackson told his good friend. (*) something (*) nothing (*) poor (*) rich

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I answered “something” because it was the unique that makes sense. Correct? Thanks.

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Yes, it’s correct and you can see the correct answers when you click on the ‘check’ button. To make something of yourself means to make a career or to become wealthy and influential.

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