JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 37

Question 37

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: It was a spending spree for all of us when daddy hit the jackpot

  1. A.cashed his cheque
  2. B.received his salary
  3. C.found money in a pot
  4. D.won a lot of money
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (won a lot of money)

Explanation

To 'hit the jackpot' is to win a large sum of money.