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JAMB Use of English 1978 Question 46

Question 46

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option that best conveys the meaning of the underlined portion: When the man was caught by the police he presented a bold front

  1. A.he attacked the policemen boldly
  2. B.he walked up to the policemen
  3. C.he faced the situation with apparent boldness
  4. D.he bravely attempted to give them a present
  5. E.he frowned at them in a defiant manner
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (he faced the situation with apparent boldness)

Explanation

To present a bold front is to appear brave and confident, even if one is not. He faced the situation with apparent boldness.