Choose 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 - 2018 Subject: English Language

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Choose the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.

The man reasoned that there ought to be a limit to sycophancy.

there can be no favour beyond a reasonable point

sycophants need not talk all the time

people should know when not to use flattery

sycophants should now when to grant people requests

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sycophancy: obsequious behaviour towards someone important in order to gain advantage; obsequious flattery (obsequious means obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree)

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Choose 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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