JAMB Use of English 1997 Question 56

Question 56

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Smiling broadly, she explained why she always took exception to being referred to as his wife

  1. A.objected to
  2. B.preferred very much
  3. C.felt specially honoured by
  4. D.liked nothing except
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (objected to)

Explanation

To 'take exception to' something is to object to it.