Meaning of cock-and-bull story

[Aslan]

English Idioms and Expressions, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #14 "Word of Mouth", question 8

Remember as soon as you feel able to continue with walk, say the word.

(a) let me know
(b) let me hear
(c) let me go
(d) let me tell

English Idioms and Expressions, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #14 "Word of Mouth", answer 8

Remember as soon as you feel able to continue with walk, let me know.

Correct answer: (a) let me know
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cock-and-bull story

Aslan

[Mister Micawber]

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Cock-and-bull story = an interesting but highly implausible story; often told as an excuse.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's