JAMB Use of English 2006 Question 57

Question 57

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: You are to write a report and give it to the security office

  1. A.After writing your report, give it to the security office
  2. B.You are writing a report, as the security office directed
  3. C.The report you are writing should be given to the security office
  4. D.You have been ordered to write a report, which you will give to the security office
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (You have been ordered to write a report, which you will give to the security office)

Explanation

'You are to' expresses an instruction or order, so you have been told to write the report and hand it in.