WAEC English Language 2015 Objective — Question 30

Question 30 of 140 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2015 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The young man quickly paid his debt to save his face. This means that the young man

A. wanted to avoid disgraceCorrect
B. did not want to be slapped
C. wanted to preserve his looks
D. did want to be a debtor

Explanation

'Save one's face' means to retain respect and avoid embarrassment or humiliation.

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