Choosing the word or phrase from A to E which has the same meaning as the underlined word or words in each sentence:

Sitting majestically on his throne is the Oba of Benin flanked by some of his wives

  • A surrounded
  • B supported
  • C guarded
  • D protected
  • E neglected
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The correct answer is A. surrounded

The correct answer is Surrounded.

 In this context, “flanked” means being positioned on each side of something or someone.

So, the Oba of Benin is sitting on his throne with some of his wives on each side, which means he is surrounded by them.

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