JAMB Use of English 2009 Question 87

Question 87

Vowels

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

  1. A.worry
  2. B.courteous
  3. C.bought
  4. D.quantity.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (worry)

Explanation

The 'ou' in 'country' is /ʌ/, as in 'worry'.