WAEC - English Language (1996 - No. 22)
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Contrary to our expectations, the principal rose to the occasion. This means that the principal
Contrary to our expectations, the principal rose to the occasion. This means that the principal
was the chairman of the occasion
made the most beautiful speech at the pccasion
proved himself able to handle the situation
was invited as the guest-of -honour despite our objection
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The phrase "rose to the occasion" means to perform well or handle a difficult situation successfully, especially when it was unexpected. In this context, it suggests that the principal handled the situation effectively, even though people did not expect him to.