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JAMB English Language 2013 Objective — Question 39

Question 39 of 100 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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He is a clinging child.

  • A. He is possessiveCorrect
  • B. He likes to cling with his sister
  • C. He is a bully
  • D. He is a handsome young man

Explanation

'To cling' means to hold on/stay or stick unto something tightly, refusing to let go. It means to be selfish, tightfisted, stingy etc.

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