JAMB Use of English 2010 Question 30

Question 30

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The footballers moved with their tails between their legs.

  1. A.They moved happily because they won the match
  2. B.They were unhappy because they had been despised by their opponents.
  3. C.They were ashamed because they had been defeated
  4. D.They moved with their tails between their legs.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (They were ashamed because they had been defeated)

Explanation

Going off 'with your tail between your legs' means leaving ashamed after a defeat.