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WAEC - English Language (2001 - No. 23)

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.
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.
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.
Nonso's father gave him a free hand to run the family business.This means that his father
assisted him freely
allowed him to make his own decisions
made him sole owner of the business
allowed him freedom of movement in the premises

Explanation

The phrase "gave him a free hand" means to allow someone to make their own decisions or to act with freedom and autonomy and without interference.

 

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