In the following questions, a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed your answer is (4).
The offerings were placed on the alter.

Options

A. on the altar.
B. on the steps.
C. on the platform
D. No Improvement

Answer

A

Explanation

altar (N.) : a holy table in a temple
alter (V.) : to make something different, to become different.
Hence, on the altar is the right usage.