JAMB Use of English 1999 Question 98

Question 98

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Hundreds of used items will go under the hammer during the weekend

  1. A.Unserviceable goods will be publicly destroyed at the weekend
  2. B.Impounded household items will be sold to the public before the weekend
  3. C.Damaged items will be sold next weekend
  4. D.Many old items will be auctioned this weekend
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Many old items will be auctioned this weekend)

Explanation

To 'go under the hammer' is to be sold at an auction.