JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 79

Question 79

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the word or expression which best completes the sentence: The Principal will be going away on leave. In his absence, the Vice-Principal will ________ the school

  1. A.take over
  2. B.carry on
  3. C.care for
  4. D.look after
  5. E.overlook
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (look after)

Explanation

To look after the school is to take care of it while the Principal is away.