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JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 63

Question 63

Sentence Interpretation

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined statement: He got a standing ovation for his speech.

  1. A.He stood up to receive the applause
  2. B.The audience stood up and applauded as he finished his speech
  3. C.Both he and the audience stood up at the end of his speech
  4. D.He stood up to make the speech
  5. E.He was applauded for the speech.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (The audience stood up and applauded as he finished his speech)

Explanation

In a standing ovation the audience stands up while clapping, to show great approval.