WAEC - English Language (2001 - No. 25)

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.
The manager hit the roof when he was presented with a huge estimate for the new project. This means that the manager
became very suspicious
threw an object at the roof
became very angry
ordered the project to be started at once

Explanation

The phrase "hit the roof" means to become very angry or upset. It is an idiomatic expression used to describe a strong emotional reaction, especially anger.

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