JAMB Use of English 1998 Question 94

Question 94

Verb Forms

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: The class ________ more girls than boys this session

  1. A.comprised of
  2. B.comprises of
  3. C.comprise
  4. D.comprises
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (comprises)

Explanation

'Comprise' is never followed by 'of', and 'the class' is singular, so 'comprises'.