Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Imona couldn't have attended lectures yesterday
A
it was impossible that Imona attended lectures yesterday
B
It was possible that Imona didn't attend lectures yesterday
C
It was possible that Imona attended lectures yesterday
D
It was impossible that Imona didn't attend lectures yesterday
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The sentence "Imona couldn't have attended lectures yesterday" suggests a situation where it is unlikely or impossible for Imona to have attended lectures on the specified day. The word "couldn't" implies a strong negation or impossibility. Option A, "It was impossible that Imona attended lectures yesterday," is the correct interpretation. It reflects the idea that attending lectures yesterday is not a possible or likely scenario for Imona.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10743)