Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.The man reasoned that there ought to be a limit to sycophancy?

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 2001 Subject: English Language

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there can be no favour beyond a reasonable point

sycophants need not talk all the time

people should know when not use flattery

sycophants should know when to grant people's requests

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The sentence means that the man thought that there should be a limit to flattery, or excessive praise or compliments, because it can be insincere and annoying. The best option that explains this is "people should know when not to use flattery." This option captures the idea that the man believed there should be a boundary to how much people try to gain favor by insincere flattery.

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Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.The man reasoned that there ought to be a limit to sycophancy?

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