JAMB English Language 2010 Objective — Question 84
Question 84 of 100 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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84. Based on the facts before me, I have no alternative... to hold you responsible. A. only B. as C. than D. but
- A. only
- B. as
- C. than
- D. butCorrect
Explanation
In the context of this sentence, 'but' is used to mean 'other than' meaning that no other option is left except what is said. It is also germane to note that the word 'alternative' also collocates with 'but'. For example: I have no option but to go; I have no alternative but to ask you to leave. Note that people often use 'than' when it is wrong. The correct conjunction is 'but'.
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