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In the sentence below, the word that recieves the emphatic stress is written in capital...

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WAEC 2014

In the sentence below, the word that recieves the emphatic stress is written in capital letters. From the words lettered A to D, choose the one to which the given sentence is the appropriate answer.

The principal REBUKED the teachers for lateness.

  • A. Did the governor rebuke the teachers for lateness?
  • B. Did the principal commend the teachers for lateness?
  • C. Did the principal rebuke the students for lateness?
  • D. Did the principal rebuke the teachers for negligience?
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

In responding to questions on emphatic stress in examinations, interrogative sentences will be provided as options. The interrogative sentence that contradicts the emphasized word is the correct option. Option B contradicts the emphasized word ''Rebuked'', instead ''commend'' was used, which makes it the correct answer. 


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