JAMB Use of English 2006 Question 58

Question 58

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: After the war, the victors became increasingly vindictive

  1. A.Vengeful attacks were incessantly carried out on those who lost the war
  2. B.Friendly measures were taken to heal the wounds
  3. C.Repressive measures were taken against those who lost the war
  4. D.Those who won the war became treacherous
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Vengeful attacks were incessantly carried out on those who lost the war)

Explanation

Vindictive means wanting revenge, so the winners kept attacking the losers in revenge.