Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "He'd test us about protective cover (4,5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "cover". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of HEDTESTUS ("He'd test us") [anagram: "about"] = DUSTSHEET; definition: "protective cover" The answer is DUSTSHEET.

Question 2

What is the answer to "He'd test us about protective cover (4,5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DUSTSHEET.