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WAEC Literature in English 2017 Objective — Question 34

Question 34 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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34. The underlined expression means

  • A. A. seek counsel elsewhere
  • B. B. wait till the war is ended
  • C. C. take your revenge
  • D. D. make the best out of thisCorrect

Explanation

The expression 'take up this mangled matter as the best' is directed by the Duke to Brabantio. Brabantio is advised to make the best out of the matter. There is little Brabantio can do. Desdemona is already in love with Othello.

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