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WAEC English Language 2018 Objective — Question 30

Question 30 of 139 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2018 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Femi is too clever by half. This means that Femi

  • A. displays his cleverness in an annoying wayCorrect
  • B. is not as clever as he thinks he is
  • C. pleases everyone he meets
  • D. hides how clever he really is

Explanation

'Too clever by half' is a disapproving expression for someone who shows off their cleverness in an irritating way.

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