Multiple choice

Reflecting

Directions: Some words in the news item below have been highlighted. Select the best contextual meaning of the related words.

The United States of America evacuated its embassy in the Central African Republic, reflecting growing fears that the capital, Bangui, may fall to rebel forces called Saleka. The country's President Francois Bozize sought French and American help against the insurgents, who have been making rapid territorial gains. France, however, rejected any intervention.

  1. Fighting

  2. Resisting

  3. Echoing

  4. Opposing
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In this sentence structure, 'reflecting' means showing, demonstrating, or mirroring. The embassy evacuation demonstrates or shows the growing fears about the capital falling to rebel forces. It's not about fighting back or resisting.

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