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JAMB Use of English 1983 Question 32

Question 32

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined expression: The legislator has decided to play second fiddle after he had been walked out of the Assembly for violating basic procedures of the House. This means that the legislator has decided to

  1. A.oppose every motion in the House
  2. B.support every motion in the House
  3. C.condemn every motion
  4. D.support the lead given by others
  5. E.become active in the house
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (support the lead given by others)

Explanation

To 'play second fiddle' is to take a less important role and follow someone else's lead.