Question

the word \crest\ in this sentence could be replaced with the word
a end
b start
c base
d top

the polka - dot jersey, or maillot pois rouges, is awarded to the rider who climbs to the crest of mountains in the fastest time.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the context: the sentence is about a rider climbing mountains. "Crest" here refers to the highest point of the mountain. Let's check the options:

• Option A: "end" doesn't fit as the highest point of a mountain isn't its end.
• Option B: "start" is incorrect as climbing to the start of a mountain doesn't make sense in this context.
• Option C: "base" is the bottom of the mountain, opposite of what's needed.
• Option D: "top" matches the meaning of "crest" as the highest point of the mountain.

Answer:

D. top