Question:
The word “assault” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________.
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A.
development -
B.
influence -
C.
attack -
D.
effort
Reference explanation:
Correct Answer:
Knowledge: Reading comprehension
Explain:
From “assault” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
assault (n): attack, attack
A. development (n) development
B. influence (n): influence
C. attack (n): attack
D. effort (n): effort
=> assault = attack
Information: In our assault on the interspersed around us we have used a number of tools, from spear and gun to bulldozer and chainsaw.
Translated: In our assault on the ecosystems around us, we have used a number of tools, from spears and guns to bulldozers and chainsaws.
Choose C.
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