JAMB Use of English 2003 Question 61

Question 61

Consonants

Choose the option that has the same consonant sound as the one represented by the letter(s) underlined: chalet

  1. A.chairman
  2. B.college
  3. C.champagne
  4. D.chemical
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (champagne)

Explanation

The 'ch' in 'chalet' is /ʃ/, as in 'champagne'. 'Chairman' has /tʃ/ and 'chemical' has /k/.