JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 66

Question 66

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: […] experience is anything to go by, this action will prove a political minefield

  1. A.a source of political benefits
  2. B.a way out of political trouble
  3. C.a cause for political joy
  4. D.an invitation to political problems
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (an invitation to political problems)

Explanation

A minefield is a situation full of hidden dangers, so a political minefield invites political problems.