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JAMB Use of English 1988 Question 49

Question 49

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) in italics: Adah has not been regular at lectures because she has been off colour.

  1. A.gloomy
  2. B.trying to hide her bleached skin
  3. C.slightly sick
  4. D.upset
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (slightly sick)

Explanation

Feeling 'off colour' means feeling slightly ill, a reason for missing lectures.