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    Question

    Choose the word which best expresses the same meaning

    as the underlined word. The drought in several parts of the city this year led to the onset of various diseases.
    A Outbreak Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Start Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Assault Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Epidemic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: The word “onset” refers to the beginning of something unpleasant. Here, the best synonym is “outbreak,” which describes a sudden occurrence of diseases.

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