JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 35

Question 35

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the expression or word which best completes the sentence: The project which seemed very near realization, ________ because of lack of funds

  1. A.fell over
  2. B.fell through
  3. C.fell off
  4. D.fell in
  5. E.fell down
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (fell through)

Explanation

A plan that 'falls through' fails to happen.