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WAEC English Language 2015 Objective — Question 23

Question 23 of 140 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2015 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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He was given the boot by the chairman. This means that he was

  • A. offered a pair of boots
  • B. promoted
  • C. sackedCorrect
  • D. sent to buy boots

Explanation

'Get the boot' is idiomatic for being dismissed from a job.

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