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JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 73

Question 73

Vocabulary in Context

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: He boasts so much about his high scores and he ________ at the efforts of others.

  1. A.scorns
  2. B.sneers
  3. C.grins
  4. D.smiles
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (sneers)

Explanation

A boastful person 'sneers at' others' efforts; 'scorn' takes no 'at'.