Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2020 (Model questions) Question 3

Question 3

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the option that best completes the sentence: The young man let out a stream of ______ language that should not be used in a formal gathering.

  1. A.obsolete
  2. B.pornographic
  3. C.obscene
  4. D.impious
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (obscene)

Explanation

Obscene language is offensive and indecent, so it is unfit for a formal gathering.