JAMB Use of English 1983 Question 82

Question 82

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Which of the options expresses the same idea as the one in quotes? 'To be in the red', is to be

  1. A.in debt
  2. B.rich
  3. C.a socialist
  4. D.red
  5. E.dressed in red
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (in debt)

Explanation

A person or account 'in the red' owes money, i.e. is in debt.