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JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 71

Question 71

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Members of the panel were working at cross purposes

  1. A.in harmony
  2. B.in disunity
  3. C.for selfish purposes
  4. D.for selfless purposes
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (in disunity)

Explanation

Working at cross purposes means working against each other without agreement, i.e. in disunity.