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JAMB Use of English 2000 Question 30

Question 30

Vowels

Choose the option that has the same vowel sound as the one represented by the letters underlined: tear (noun)

  1. A.dare
  2. B.care
  3. C.here
  4. D.wear
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (here)

Explanation

The noun 'tear' (a drop from the eye) has /ɪə/, as in 'here'; dare, care and wear have /eə/.