After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropr...

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2002 (Objective) Subject: English Language

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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.
I was given a standing ovation for my outstanding performance. This means that

everyone stood up to clap for me

everyone stood to catch a glimpse of me

everyone congratulated me

I was asked to stand up

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The most appropriate interpretation of the sentence "I was given a standing ovation for my outstanding performance" is that everyone stood up to clap for me. A standing ovation is an audience's way of showing appreciation and admiration for a performance, and it involves everyone in the audience standing up and applauding. Therefore, option A is the most appropriate interpretation of the sentence.

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