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JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 61

Question 61

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Any student found guilty of examination malpractice should be allowed to stew in his own juice

  1. A.taste a repeat of the examination
  2. B.suffer the consequences of his action
  3. C.bear the brunt of the disgrace
  4. D.forfeit the opportunity of further education
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (suffer the consequences of his action)

Explanation

To 'stew in one's own juice' is to be left to suffer the results of one's own actions.