JAMB Use of English 2013 Question 39

Question 39

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: He is a clinging child.

  1. A.He is possessive.
  2. B.He likes to cling with his sister.
  3. C.He is a bully.
  4. D.He is a handsome young man.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (He is possessive.)

Explanation

A clinging child holds on to people and wants them for himself, i.e. is possessive.