Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
After addressing the court for two hours, the defence counsel rested her case?
A
The defence counsel's was tried after speaking for two hours, so she took a break
B
The judge adjourned the defence counsel's case after listening for two hours
C
The defence counsel concluded her defence after speaking for two hours
D
The judge advised the defence counsel to rest after two hours of address
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The expression “rested her case” is a legal term. It means that after speaking for two hours, she concluded her defence.
It does not mean she was tired or took a physical rest.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10923)