WAEC 2023 English Language · Question 109

following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it…

Question

From the words lettered A to D below each of the. following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence Morgan Pharmacy is the sole distributor of the antiviral drug.

In the original paper part of this question is underlined. The underline isn't shown here: see the explanation below.

A.only
B.major
C.creditable
D.first

Answer: A. only

Explanation written with AI and checked against the answer key

Analyze the question You are asked to find the word closest in meaning to "sole" as used in the sentence: "Morgan Pharmacy is the sole distributor of the antiviral drug."

Explain the concept "Sole" is an adjective with several meanings. When it describes a person, company, or right, it means single, one and only, exclusive. For example, "sole agent," "sole survivor," "sole owner."

Note that "sole" can also be a noun (the bottom of the foot or shoe, or a type of fish), but that meaning does not apply here.

Solution Let us test each option in the sentence:

A. only: "Morgan Pharmacy is the only distributor of the antiviral drug." This keeps the meaning exactly. ✔
B. major: This means one of the biggest, which implies there are other distributors. ✘
C. creditable: This means worthy of praise, which has nothing to do with exclusivity. ✘
D. first: This refers to order or position, not exclusivity. ✘

Answer: A. only

Tip Think of "sole distributor" as "sole agent," meaning the only one with the right to sell. When you see "sole" before a title or role, think "one and only." Don't confuse it with "soul" (spirit) or the "sole" of your shoe.

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