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JAMB Use of English 2004 Question 56

Question 56

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The government warns that drink-driving is punishable under the law.

  1. A.a drunkard driving can be punished.
  2. B.driving while drunk is an offence.
  3. C.driving while drinking is an offence.
  4. D.drinking and driving is an offence.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (driving while drunk is an offence.)

Explanation

'Drink-driving' means driving after drinking too much alcohol, and 'punishable under the law' means it is an offence.