Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the most appropriate preposition. I was horrified ___ the sight.

  1. on

  2. by

  3. of

  4. at
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D Correct answer
Explanation

'Horrified at the sight' is the correct phrase. We use 'at' with emotional reactions to things we see or experience. 'Horrified by' could also work, but 'at' is more common with 'sight'. 'Horrified on' and 'horrified of' are incorrect.

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