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Post-UTME English Language 2009 Objective — Question 18

Question 18 of 21 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) English Language 2009 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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His reply to the question was highly ingenious (nearest in meaning to 'ingenious')

  • A. controversial
  • B. insulting
  • C. evasiveCorrect
  • D. appropriate

Explanation

In this context, a highly 'ingenious' (cleverly crafted) reply to a question often implies skilful evasiveness.

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