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GCE English Language 2024 Objective — Question 21

Question 21 of 80 from the General Certificate of Education (GCE) English Language 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Ojo was cautioned not to jangle the old man's nerve. This means that Ojo was cautioned not to .................

  • A. A. harass the old man
  • B. B. annoy the old manCorrect
  • C. C. disturb the old man
  • D. D. tease the old man

Explanation

To jangle someone's nerves means to make them feel on edge, anxious, and tense - i.e., to annoy them.

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