JAMB Use of English 2014 Question 42

Question 42

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Adeola doesn't have to go to the farm today.

  1. A.Adeola may go to the farm today if he so wishes.
  2. B.Adeola ought not to have gone to the farm today.
  3. C.Adeola must not go to the farm today.
  4. D.Adeola should not go to the farm today.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Adeola may go to the farm today if he so wishes.)

Explanation

'Doesn't have to' means there is no obligation; he can go or not as he likes.