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JAMB Use of English 2011 Question 46

Question 46

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: She stopped her education as her uncle left her in the lurch.

  1. A.Her uncle deceived her.
  2. B.Her uncle disinherited her.
  3. C.Her uncle refused to help her.
  4. D.Her uncle disrespected her.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Her uncle refused to help her.)

Explanation

To leave someone in the lurch is to abandon them when they need help. Her uncle stopped helping her, so she left school.