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JAMB Use of English 1982 Question 40

Question 40

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the most appropriate option to fill the gap: I have refused to give him my pen because I don't want him to________ it again

  1. A.loss
  2. B.loose
  3. C.lose
  4. D.lost
  5. E.lend.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (lose)

Explanation

'Lose' is the verb meaning to fail to keep something; 'loose' means not tight and 'loss' is a noun.