JAMB Use of English 1993 Question 27

Question 27

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Emeka wished he had started school early.

  1. A.Emeka started school early as he wished
  2. B.Emeka regretted starting school early
  3. C.Emeka regretted not starting school early
  4. D.Emeka could have started school early if he had wished
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Emeka regretted not starting school early)

Explanation

'Wished he had started' shows he did not start early and is sorry about it.