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JAMB Use of English 1987 Question 84

Question 84

Verb Forms

Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s): Student: Excuse me sir, must we complete the assignment before lunch? Teacher: No you...

  1. A.needn't
  2. B.mustn't
  3. C.can't
  4. D.shouldn't
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (needn't)

Explanation

The negative answer to 'must we?' is 'you needn't' (it is not necessary); 'mustn't' would forbid it.