JAMB Use of English 2017 Question 34

Question 34

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Ekwensi's account with the Skye Bank is in the red. His account

  1. A.was written in a red ink
  2. B.is overdrawn
  3. C.is in danger
  4. D.is special
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Answer: B (is overdrawn)

Explanation

An account 'in the red' has had more money taken out than was in it: it is overdrawn.