Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Transportation is a ______1______ source of environmental pollution, mainly due to fossil fuelpowered vehicles emitting CO2 into the atmosphere. However, the shift ________2________ green cars offers hope for a cleaner future. Electric vehicles, or EVs, are another _______3_______ green technology innovation. Using electricity as their __________4__________ power source instead of gasoline or diesel, EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, reducing the overall carbon emissions from transportation. With advancements in battery technology, EVs are becoming more accessible and ________5_________ for everyday use.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. towards.
Context: The sentence talks about moving in the direction of green cars, so the correct preposition should show movement or progress in that direction.
Meaning of the words:
Around: means surrounding or approximately, not suitable here.
Towards: means in the direction of, or in relation to a goal.
Across: means from one side to the other, not correct here.
Through: means moving inside something, not fitting in this context.
Correct word: Towards
Reason: The phrase “the shift towards green cars” is correct and commonly used to show movement in the direction of adopting green cars. Other options do not express this sense of direction or goal.
Final Sentence: However, the shift towards green cars offers hope for a cleaner future.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.

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