JAMB Literature in English 1990 Question 46

Question 46

Other Set Texts: Non-African Prose
Joseph Andrews by Henry Fieldings
The passage, as printed

It can be inferred that the lawyer mentioned above is a

  1. A.brave man
  2. B.law-enforcement agent allowed to carry pistols
  3. C.coward
  4. D.gallant man who always protects ladies.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (coward)

Explanation

He boasts only after the robbers have gone, having handed over his money without a fight.