English Language
JAMB 1992
In the question below select the option (A-D) that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence:
People may not pick flowers in this park.
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A.
people can pick flowers in this park
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B.
people may not wish to pick flowers in this park
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C.
people are prohibited from picking flowers from this park
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D.
people cannot pick flowers from this park
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
'The sentence ''People may not pick flowers in this park'' is a prohibitory statement. Laws (or bylaws) such as this are written using the modal verb "may not" to appear formal, however, it is a statement used to prohibit something. Other examples of prohibitory statements include:
- You may not smoke in this house.
- You may not wear shoes in the office.
- You may not eat in the conference room.
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