JAMB Use of English 2001 Question 43

Question 43

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The man reasoned that there ought to be a limit to sycophancy

  1. A.there can be no favour beyond a reasonable point
  2. B.sycophants need not talk all the time
  3. C.people should know when not to use flattery
  4. D.sycophants should know when to grant people's requests
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (people should know when not to use flattery)

Explanation

Sycophancy is excessive flattery of powerful people, so a limit to it means people should know when to stop flattering.