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After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Amaka was the cynosure of all eyes at the party. This means that
  • A. everybody looked down at her
  • B. everyboody was surprised that she attended the party
  • C. she was notorious for her behaviour
  • D. she attracted everbody's attention
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802
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Olu often goes about with a chip on his shoulder. This means that Olu
  • A. behaves in a very rude manner
  • B. looks exactly like his father
  • C. moves about with the injury on his shoulder
  • D. walk with an air of pride and defiance
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803
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Adamu just can't help giving alms to the poor. This means that Adamu.
  • A. gives alms to the poor compulsively
  • B. thinks poor people do not deserve pity
  • C. helps the poor only
  • D. does and give alms to the poor
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804
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
On a crucial issue like this, I am sure that Peter, as usual, will sit on the fence. This means that Peter will
  • A. speak out his true feelings
  • B. not commit himself to any side
  • C. be relaxing in his house instead of speaking out
  • D. sit on the wall between the two parties
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805
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
When Nosa applied for a loan, the bank manager requested him to put his cards on the table. This means that
  • A. the bank manager requested for a bribe
  • B. Nosa should show that he has ability to repay the money
  • C. Nosa should state openly and honestly what he needed the loan for
  • D. the bank manager is unwilling to grant Nosa any loan
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