The driver was short of petrol, so he ........ down the road with the engine switched off

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 2019 Subject: English Language

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The driver was short of petrol, so he ........ down the road with the engine switched off
Answer Details
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is "glided". When a car "glides" it moves forward without the engine running. This can happen when the car is moving downhill or when the driver turns off the engine to conserve fuel. In the given sentence, the driver is short of petrol, so he turns off the engine and lets the car move forward without any power from the engine. The word "glided" emphasizes that the car moves smoothly and silently, without any noise or vibration. The other options may also imply movement without engine power, but "glided" best conveys the idea of a smooth and effortless movement.
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