JAMB Use of English 2001 Question 51

Question 51

Vowels

Choose the word that does not have the same vowel sound as the others.

  1. A.bale
  2. B.saint
  3. C.plait
  4. D.gate
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (plait)

Explanation

Bale, saint and gate have /eɪ/; plait is pronounced /plæt/.