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What does JUMP ON THE BANDWAGON mean?

You have 5 seconds. Pick your answer, then check it. From our YU SABI? daily WASSCE English quiz video, 22 October 2026.

Today's question

Choose the option that best explains the expression in capitals:

When fried plantain chips became popular, many traders in Bo JUMPED ON THE BANDWAGON.

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Answer: A. They joined in what was popular
“To jump on the bandwagon” means to start doing something because many other people are doing it.

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The answer is A: They joined in what was popular. “To jump on the bandwagon” means to start doing something because many other people are doing it.

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Question 1

Choose the option that best explains the expression in capitals:

The schools from Kenema and Makeni were NECK AND NECK until the last question of the quiz.

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Answer: A. They were level with each other
“Neck and neck” means level or equal in a race or competition.

Question 2

Choose the option that best explains the expression in capitals:

Because it was not signed, the agreement between the two traders was NULL AND VOID.

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Answer: B. It had no legal force
“Null and void” means having no legal force, so it does not count.

Question 3

Choose the option that best explains the expression in capitals:

Kadiatu came first last term, but her teacher warned her not to REST ON HER LAURELS.

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Answer: D. Not to stop working after success
“To rest on your laurels” means to stop trying because you are happy with what you have already achieved.

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