JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 44

Question 44

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: Adamu woke up with a start and took to his heels, claiming that something was on his trail

  1. A.in his food
  2. B.giving him the chase
  3. C.hiding near the bed
  4. D.staring at him
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (giving him the chase)

Explanation

Something 'on his trail' is following or chasing him.