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WAEC SSCE - English Language - 1996 (Objective)

Question 1 Report

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.
On a crucial issue like this, I am sure that Peter, as usual, will sit on the fence. This means that Peter will
Answer Details
The correct interpretation of the sentence "On a crucial issue like this, I am sure that Peter, as usual, will sit on the fence" is that Peter will not commit himself to any side. Sitting on the fence is an idiom which means to remain neutral and not take a stand or choose a side in a conflict or dispute. Therefore, the speaker expects that Peter will not take a clear position on the important issue being discussed.