I was alarmed_______his death.
Correct answer: B. at
- A. by
- B. at
- C. upon
- D. from
Explanation
Alarmed at is the usual construction when a person reacts with shock or concern to an event, as in alarmed at his death. By is more natural with an agent or cause in passive constructions.
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