JAMB Use of English 1984 Question 44

Question 44

Prepositions

The man has atoned.. his sins..

  1. A.upon
  2. B.on
  3. C.for
  4. D.at
  5. E.against
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (for)

Explanation

The verb 'atone' takes 'for': to atone for one's sins.