JAMB Use of English 1992 Question 55

Question 55

Conjunctions

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: Many people believe that nuclear power will solve our energy problems.... ________, this has not been proved to be true

  1. A.Indeed
  2. B.But
  3. C.However
  4. D.On the contrary
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (However)

Explanation

The second sentence contrasts with the first. 'However,' (with its comma) is the linking word that starts such a contrasting sentence.