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JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 59

Question 59

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: After many years of struggle as a trader, he struck gold

  1. A.became quite rich
  2. B.won a big contract
  3. C.became a gold miner
  4. D.became a goldsmith
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (became quite rich)

Explanation

To 'strike gold' is to suddenly become very successful or rich.