JAMB Use of English 1993 Question 31

Question 31

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: It's wonderful that Musa is already out of hospital.

  1. A.The fact that Musa is out of hospital causes great wonder
  2. B.The fact that Musa is out of hospital is a miracle
  3. C.It is surprising that Musa is out of hospital
  4. D.It is very pleasing that Musa is out of hospital
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (It is very pleasing that Musa is out of hospital)

Explanation

Here 'wonderful' means 'delightful' or 'very good', so the speaker is pleased, not surprised.