Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with correct word.

Panic _______ as the news of the explosion broke and the police found it difficult to control the situation.

  1. ensured

  2. ensued

  3. assured

  4. attracted

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Ensue means to happen as a consequence or result. Panic ensued means panic followed the news breaking. Ensured means to make certain. Assured means to make confident or promise. Attracted doesn't capture the natural unfolding of events.