JAMB Use of English 2005 Question 91

Question 91

Consonants

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

  1. A.singe
  2. B.impugn
  3. C.ink
  4. D.orange
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (ink)

Explanation

The 'n' in 'English' is said /ŋ/ before the g, just as the 'n' in 'ink' is /ŋ/ before k.