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JAMB Use of English 2003 Question 59

Question 59

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The elders rebuked Olu for taking issue with his principal.

  1. A.Olu was scolded for acting in collusion with his principal
  2. B.Olu was reprimanded for arguing with his principal
  3. C.Olu was blamed for issuing a statement denying his principal
  4. D.Olu was cautioned for shouting at his principal
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Olu was reprimanded for arguing with his principal)

Explanation

'Rebuked' means reprimanded, and 'taking issue with' someone means arguing or disagreeing with them.