Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2024 (Model questions) Question 17

Question 17

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option that best completes the sentence: After weeks of intense negotiation, the deal finally went ________.

  1. A.south
  2. B.through
  3. C.overboard
  4. D.up in smoke
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (through)

Explanation

'Finally' after long negotiation suggests success; a deal that 'goes through' is completed and approved.