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WAEC English Language 2023 Objective — Question 25

Question 25 of 80 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) English Language 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

"One of the athletes was disqualified because she jumped the gun." This means that she started

A. too soon.Correct
B. on time.
C. hurriedly.
D. without permission.

Explanation

"Jump the gun" means to start an action before the proper time - i.e. too soon.

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