Choose the option which is nearest in meaning to the sentences in each of the...

JAMB 1978

Choose the option which is nearest in meaning to the sentences in each of the following questions:
For all he cared, his parent might have been dead for years

A. although concern about his parent,he had been unable to find out if they were alive
B. He cared for no one except his parents, and it was possible that they had died long before
C. he did not care whether his parents were alive or had died long before
D. He was concerned about everyone not just his parents, who might have died long before
E. He cared very much for his parents even though they were dead

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

The phrase "For all he cared" means he is indifferent towards the situation, implying that he had no concern about whether his parents were alive or not. Option C accurately captures this sentiment of indifference.

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