JAMB Use of English 1985 Question 86

Question 86

Concord

James........ reminding that not all that glitters is gold.

  1. A.needs
  2. B.need
  3. C.needing
  4. D.needs
  5. E.need to
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (needs)

Explanation

'James' is singular, so the verb is 'needs'; 'needs reminding' means he must be reminded.