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JAMB Use of English 2014 Question 44

Question 44

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: The robber was hedged in by the people.

  1. A.The robber was surrounded by the people.
  2. B.The robber was killed by the people.
  3. C.The robber was exposed by the people.
  4. D.The robber was caught by the people.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The robber was surrounded by the people.)

Explanation

To be hedged in is to be surrounded and hemmed in.