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JAMB Use of English 2012 Question 26

Question 26

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Hardworking students must not have a finger in every pie at school.

  1. A.Hardworking students must have a role to play in most activities in the school.
  2. B.Only hardworking students must participate in all activities in the school.
  3. C.Hardworking students do not participate in all activities in the school.
  4. D.Hardworking students must ask others to participate in school activities.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Hardworking students do not participate in all activities in the school.)

Explanation

To have a finger in every pie is to be involved in everything; the sentence says hardworking students should not take part in all activities.