Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2017 (Model questions) Question 18

Question 18

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word in italics: As she had never been in such a situation before, her apprehension was understandable.

  1. A.eagerness
  2. B.fear
  3. C.hesitation
  4. D.excitement
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (fear)

Explanation

Apprehension here means anxiety or fear about what may happen.