JAMB Use of English 2006 Question 80

Question 80

Vowels

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

  1. A.hut
  2. B.girl
  3. C.hate
  4. D.hot
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (girl)

Explanation

'Hurt' has the long vowel /ɜː/, as in 'girl'.