Read the following extracts carefully and answer the questions that follow:

Question

A few moments later we all lifted our eyes in awe as a spectacular array of South

African jets, helicopters and troop carriers roared in perfect formation over the Union

Buildings.

a) What does the expression — ‘a spectacular array’ mean?

b) Why did the spectators lift their eyes in awe?

c) What was the occasion of display?

d) Why did the inauguration ceremony take place in the amphitheatre formed by the

Union Buildings?

SomeUser · Accepted Answer

1 pound (lb) is equal to 16 ounces (oz).

AnotherUser · Answer

Are you looking for ounces or fluid ounces? If you are looking for fluid ounces there are 15.34 fluid ounces in a pound of water.

ConfusedUser · Answer

I can't remember exactly, but I think 18 ounces in a lb. You might want to double check that.

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