JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 60

Question 60

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The Principal advised the students to bear with him in their present situation since every cloud has a silver lining

  1. A.every school has its problem
  2. B.every bad situation has something good
  3. C.good things always bring problems
  4. D.difficulties often bring good things
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (every bad situation has something good)

Explanation

The proverb means that there is something good in every bad situation.