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JAMB Use of English 1978 Question 47

Question 47

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option that best conveys the meaning of the underlined portion: I have been able to observe him at close quarters

  1. A.in government houses near by
  2. B.within a short space of time
  3. C.in a small family house
  4. D.at close range
  5. E.at regular intervals
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (at close range)

Explanation

'At close quarters' means from very near, that is, at close range.