JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 100

Question 100

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The horizon may not be clear now, but the troubled spots have certainly been noted

  1. A.The horizon is dependent on the troubled spots
  2. B.Clarity of the horizon is dependent on the perception of the troubled spots
  3. C.The troubled spots are more perceptible than the horizon
  4. D.Horizon, clarity of the troubled spots and certainty are remarkably noted.
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Answer: C (The troubled spots are more perceptible than the horizon)

Explanation

The overall picture (the horizon) is unclear, but the trouble spots are clearly seen, so they are easier to perceive than the whole.