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JAMB Use of English 1991 Question 35

Question 35

Sentence Interpretation

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: Aduke: Ngozi, let's visit the market. Ngozi: if you insist, Aduke,

  1. A.is very willing to accompany Aduke
  2. B.must accompany Aduke
  3. C.is not keen on going with Aduke
  4. D.is pretending not to be interested in going with Aduke
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (is not keen on going with Aduke)

Explanation

Saying 'if you insist' shows reluctant agreement: Ngozi will go but is not keen.