JAMB - English Language (1979 - No. 41)
Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words :
The politicians have a number of peculiarities. The most conspicuous is the way he gesticulates when making a serious point
The politicians have a number of peculiarities. The most conspicuous is the way he gesticulates when making a serious point
shows anxiety when making a serious point
breaks down when talking seriously
uses his hands and arms as a sign
bows his head in humility to the crowd
shakes his head from one side to the other
Explanation
The underlined word is "gesticulates", which means to make movements with your hands or arms, especially while speaking, usually to emphasise what you are saying.
In the sentence: The politicians have a number of peculiarities. The most conspicuous is the way he gesticulates when making a serious point,
the focus is on how the politician moves his hands or arms while speaking seriously.
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