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JAMB Use of English 1991 Question 74

Question 74

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s): His power supply was ________ from the mains because he did not pay his electricity bill

  1. A.blown out
  2. B.cut off
  3. C.put off
  4. D.put out.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (cut off)

Explanation

To disconnect a supply of electricity, water etc. is to 'cut it off'.