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JAMB Use of English 1993 Question 62

Question 62

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) in italics: Jide says he read in the papers that our uncle has been declared a persona non grata by the French government

  1. A.unwelcome guest
  2. B.impersonator
  3. C.ungrateful person
  4. D.unofficial guest
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (unwelcome guest)

Explanation

'Persona non grata' (Latin) is a person who is not welcome in a country.