JAMB Use of English 2001 Question 90

Question 90

Vocabulary in Context

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: Ade tried to ________ all memory of his dead father.

  1. A.recall
  2. B.obstruct
  3. C.obliterate
  4. D.eulogize
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (obliterate)

Explanation

'All memory' is the object of wiping out; obliterate means to destroy completely.