JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 27

Question 27

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the expression or word which best completes the sentence: The bridge connecting the two cities was ________ by the enemy

  1. A.blown up
  2. B.blown down
  3. C.blown off
  4. D.blown over
  5. E.blown away
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (blown up)

Explanation

To 'blow up' a bridge is to destroy it with explosives.