JAMB - English Language (1997 - No. 3)
Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Only two ministers survived the recent cabinet reshuffle?
Only two ministers survived the recent cabinet reshuffle?
In the recent changes in government, only two ministers were sacked
In the recent changes in government, all but two ministers remained alive
In recent changes in government, all but two ministers retained their posts
In recent changes in government, all but two ministers were sacked
Explanation
Only two ministers survived the recent cabinet reshuffle means that, every other minister in the cabinet was relieved of their duties except two minsters. (only two were retained). option D best explains that.