JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 71

Question 71

Spelling

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: The army officer said that more ________ would be needed to prosecute the war

  1. A.guerrilas
  2. B.guerrillas
  3. C.geurrilas
  4. D.gourillas
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (guerrillas)

Explanation

The correct spelling is 'guerrillas': g-u-e-r-r-i-l-l-a-s, with double r and double l.