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After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the...

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WAEC 2023

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for each sentence.
The students cocked their ears at the principal's speech. This means that they listened with

  • A. no understanding
  • B. rapt attention
  • C. no interest
  • D. little interest
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

The phrase 'cocked their ears' is an idiomatic expression that means to listen carefully or attentively. Therefore, the most appropriate interpretation is that the students listened with rapt attention.


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