JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 97

Question 97

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The reformists say elections cannot be free and fair unless a number of constitutional changes are effected

  1. A.Reformation depends on constitutional changes
  2. B.Free and fair elections depend on law reforms
  3. C.Free and fair and elections are the primary concern of the reformists
  4. D.Effecting constitutional changes is dependent on electoral reforms.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Free and fair elections depend on law reforms)

Explanation

The reformists say free and fair elections need constitutional changes first, i.e. they depend on reforming the law.