In the question below select the option (A-D) that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence:
Bolade would make a mess of cooking the rice.
A
it was typical of Bolade to make a mess of things
B
Bolade cannot cook
C
Bolade will not cook rice the rice well
D
Bolade does not like cooking rice
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The sentence "Bolade would make a mess of cooking the rice" implies a prediction or expectation that if Bolade attempts to cook the rice, the result will be poor or unsatisfactory. It does not necessarily mean that Bolade cannot cook at all, nor does it mention Bolade's preference or dislike (so D is incorrect). C directly captures the meaning: Bolade is expected to do a bad job of cooking the rice.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #7113)