JAMB Use of English 2009 Question 90

Question 90

Consonants

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

  1. A.dagger
  2. B.advantage
  3. C.guardian
  4. D.mightier.
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Answer: B (advantage)

Explanation

The 'j' in 'joint' is /dʒ/, the sound of the 'g' in 'advantage'.