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Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2024 (Model questions) Question 15

Question 15

Vocabulary in Context

Choose the option that best completes the sentence: The detective found himself in a ________, unable to proceed with the investigation due to conflicting evidence.

  1. A.quandary
  2. B.panacea
  3. C.paradigm
  4. D.platitude
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (quandary)

Explanation

Being stuck and unsure what to do is a 'quandary'. A panacea is a cure-all and a platitude is a dull remark.