JAMB Use of English 2010 Question 66

Question 66

Conjunctions

Choose the option that best completes the gap(s): Lemoti ....... as a painter, but also as a sculptor

  1. A.is gifted only not
  2. B.is only not gifted
  3. C.is gifted not only
  4. D.is only gifted
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (is gifted not only)

Explanation

The sentence uses the pair 'not only ... but also', so 'not only' must come just before 'as a painter'.