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JAMB Use of English 1993 Question 37

Question 37

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics: He won the election because he was able to carry his people with him

  1. A.alienate his people
  2. B.go out with the people
  3. C.have the support of the people
  4. D.fail to provide the people with transport.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (alienate his people)

Explanation

To carry people with you is to keep their support; the opposite is to alienate (turn them away from) them.