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JAMB Use of English 1983 Question 97

Question 97

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Select the option that best expresses the meaning of the underlined phrase or word: The president stood his ground because the Committee members would not be persuaded to arrive at a compromise on the issue being debated

  1. A.yelded his position
  2. B.shifted his position
  3. C.maintained his position
  4. D.defended his position
  5. E.resisted his position
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (maintained his position)

Explanation

To 'stand your ground' is to refuse to change your position, i.e. to maintain it.