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JAMB English Language 2018 Objective — Question 53

Question 53 of 60 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) English Language 2018 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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When you _____ an opponent's point in a debate, you must do so politely.

  • A. refuteCorrect
  • B. rebuke
  • C. reject
  • D. refuse

Explanation

'Refute' means to prove a point wrong with argument/evidence, which fits the context of formally countering an opponent's point in a debate.

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