JAMB Use of English 2010 Question 90

Question 90

Consonants

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

  1. A.what
  2. B.honest
  3. C.who
  4. D.vehicle
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (who)

Explanation

The 'h' in 'high' is sounded /h/, as in 'who'. It is silent in 'honest' and usually in 'what' and 'vehicle'.