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JAMB Use of English 1994 Question 42

Question 42

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: She was taken aback by his attitude

  1. A.delayed
  2. B.dragged back
  3. C.surprised
  4. D.overwhelmed
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (surprised)

Explanation

To be taken aback is to be surprised or shocked.