Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence given below has been divided into four parts (a), (b), (c) and (d). One of these parts may contain an error. You have to indicate that part as your answer. If there is no error, indicate (e) as your answer.

It towered upon (a)/ the older (b) buildings like (c)/ a citadel. (d)/ No error (e)

  1. (a)

  2. (b)

  3. (c)

  4. (d)

  5. (e)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The preposition 'upon' is incorrect after 'towered' in this context. When describing something rising above or dominating other structures, we use 'towered over' or 'towered above'. 'Upon' means 'on' which doesn't convey the sense of rising higher than surrounding buildings.

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