JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 84

Question 84

Sentence Structure

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: The members elected Baba ________ of the committee

  1. A.chairman
  2. B.their chairman
  3. C.to become chairman
  4. D.to be a chairman
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (chairman)

Explanation

After 'elect someone', the title of a unique post takes no article: elected Baba chairman.