JAMB Use of English 1997 Question 57

Question 57

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: In those days, an ordinary school drop-out would come around putting on airs

  1. A.trying to impress people
  2. B.trying to oppress people
  3. C.wearing flashy clothes
  4. D.dressed in light materials
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (trying to impress people)

Explanation

'Putting on airs' means behaving as if one is more important than one is, to impress people.