Question 32
Sentence InterpretationSelect the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Emeka was always conspicuous by his absence when it came to attending lectures.
- A.That Emeka always attended lectures made him conspicuous at school.
- B.Emeka's absence from lectures was all too glaring.
- C.It was obvious that Emeka was not present at lectures
- D.What made Emeka conspicuous was his occasional absence from school.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (Emeka's absence from lectures was all too glaring.)
Explanation
'Conspicuous by his absence' means his absence was very noticeable. 'All too glaring' expresses how obvious his absence was.