JAMB Use of English 1979 Question 98

Question 98

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the word or expression which best completes the sentence: A society ________ individuals each of whom has his attributes and distinct characteristics

  1. A.is constituted of
  2. B.comprises of
  3. C.consists of
  4. D.contains of
  5. E.is made from
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (consists of)

Explanation

'Consist of' is correct; 'comprise' takes no 'of'.