JAMB Use of English 2007 Question 42

Question 42

Consonants

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

  1. A.end
  2. B.thin
  3. C.think
  4. D.edge.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (think)

Explanation

The 'ng' in 'English' contains the sound /ŋ/, which is also the 'n' sound in 'think'.