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JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 68

Question 68

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: When the chips are down, we will know those who have the courage to stand

  1. A.When we get to a crisis point
  2. B.In the final analysis
  3. C.When the blocks are lowered
  4. D.When we get to the end of the road
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (When we get to a crisis point)

Explanation

'When the chips are down' means when a situation becomes critical.