JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 58

Question 58

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: In answer to the question as to how life is treating him, the stranger said 'it never rains but it pours

  1. A.the blessings of life shower on him like heavy rain
  2. B.he is contented with his improved fortunes
  3. C.things are getting decidedly worse
  4. D.his financial status is deteriorating
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (things are getting decidedly worse)

Explanation

The proverb means misfortunes come together, so things are getting much worse.