After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for ...

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - English Language - 1989 (Objective) Subject: English Language

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After the sentence, a list of possible interpretations of all or part of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider appropriate for each sentence.
Despite their newness on the workers were remunerated rather handsomely. This means that
Answer Details
The correct interpretation of the sentence is that the sum paid to the workers was quite attractive. The word "remunerated" means to be paid or compensated, and the use of the adverb "rather handsomely" emphasizes that the amount paid was generous or substantial. Therefore, option D - "the sum paid out was quite attractive" - is the appropriate interpretation of the sentence.

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