Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement."

The offerings were placed (on the alter).

(1) on the altar

(2) on the steps.

(3) on the platform.

(4) No improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: (1)


Solution : The sentence can be improved using the first option "on the altar."

An "altar" is a raised platform or table used in religious ceremonies for making offerings or sacrifices. Therefore, when describing where the offerings were placed, "on the altar" is the appropriate phrase to convey that the offerings were put on this sacred platform during a religious ceremony.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • On the steps: It suggests that the offerings were placed on some steps, not on the altar.
  • On the platform: It suggests that the offerings were placed on a platform, not on the altar.

Therefore, the correct sentence is "The offerings were placed on the altar" .

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