JAMB Use of English 2003 Question 52

Question 52

Vowels

Choose the option that has a different vowel sound from the others.

  1. A.cost
  2. B.won't
  3. C.hope
  4. D.coast
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (cost)

Explanation

'Won't', 'hope' and 'coast' have the /əʊ/ sound; 'cost' has the short /ɒ/.