Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2015 (Model questions) Question 5

Question 5

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option that best completes the sentence or explains the phrasal verb or idiom: Despite all preparations, the wedding did not _____

  1. A.come along
  2. B.come by
  3. C.come on
  4. D.come off
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (come off)

Explanation

To 'come off' means to take place or succeed as planned, so the wedding did not happen despite the preparations.