JAMB Use of English 2005 Question 28

Question 28

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The new Headmaster hoped that his men would pull together

  1. A.He expected that the men would cooperate with him
  2. B.He thought that the men would compose themselves at work
  3. C.He was certain that they would resign en masse
  4. D.He was certain that their condition would improve under him
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (He expected that the men would cooperate with him)

Explanation

To 'pull together' means to work together as a team, and 'hoped' matches 'expected'.