Unilorin Post-UTME Use of English 2015 (Model questions) Question 7

Question 7

Prepositions

Choose the correct preposition or conjunction: 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' is followed by 'for': to atone for one's sins.