JAMB Use of English 2008 Question 35

Question 35

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The officer has discussed the vexed issue of incessant power failure

  1. A.In anger, the officer explained the problem of constant power failure
  2. B.The officer added his voice to the much discussed problem of power cut
  3. C.The officer's explanations angered those who have suffered the effects of frequent power failure
  4. D.The officer told the people not to be angered by the frequent power cut.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (The officer added his voice to the much discussed problem of power cut)

Explanation

A 'vexed issue' is one that is much debated, not one that makes people angry; the officer joined the discussion of it.