JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 76

Question 76

Vocabulary in Context

Fill the gaps with the most appropriate option: The future of the company is ________ though many seem ________ about it.

  1. A.okay/optimistic
  2. B.promising /nostalgic
  3. C.rosy/pessimistic
  4. D.dicy/unsatisfied
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (rosy/pessimistic)

Explanation

'Though' signals contrast: the future is rosy (bright) even though many feel pessimistic.