English 2023 Q108: Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in each sentence. His arguments do not hold water. His…

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Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in each sentence.
His arguments do not hold water. His argument are

  1. baseless ✓
  2. unneccessary
  3. coming in too late
  4. disregarded

Explanation

Nigerian English has distinctive features. Pronunciation: stress patterns may differ from British/American, some sounds may be substituted (th→d or t).

Vocabulary: local expressions (dash meaning gift/bribe, senior meaning older), borrowings from local languages, different meanings for common words (globe for light bulb).

Grammar: some differences in article usage, pluralization, verb forms. In exams, use Standard British English while recognizing Nigerian English as valid in its context.

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