Multiple choice

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable word from each list to fill the corresponding gap (17).

At the highest point in Tarifa is an old fort. From ___(17) ____ its walls, one can _____(18)______ a glimpse of Africa. The old man sat there and made several strange gestures over the boy's head. The boy was ____(19)___ as his friends looked with curiosity. He ____(20) ___ something in the old man's ears and strode off.

  1. top

  2. on top

  3. at top

  4. atop

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

'atop' means 'on top of' and that is the meaning which is required here in the sentence.