JAMB Use of English 1994 Question 85

Question 85

Verb Forms

Fill the gap(s) with the most appropriate option: One ________ be too careful these days; times are uncertain and walls have ears

  1. A.can't
  2. B.shouldn't
  3. C.need not
  4. D.dares not
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (can't)

Explanation

'One can't be too careful' means one should be as careful as possible, which fits uncertain times.