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    Question

    Each sentence below has a blank. Choose the most

    appropriate word that best fits the context of the sentence. Marine biologists are working to ______ coral bleaching by developing techniques that promote reef restoration.
    A intensify Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B accelerate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C mitigate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ignore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The aim is to reduce coral bleaching, not increase it.  Correct → mitigate (to reduce severity) Option meanings: Intensify – make stronger (wrong) Accelerate – speed up (wrong) Mitigate – reduce impact ( correct) Ignore – neglect

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