Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
Lead paint is an environmental ________ (danger) and can harm children.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. hazard.
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The word "hazard" is the most appropriate synonym for "danger" in this context because it specifically refers to a risk or threat, particularly in environmental discussions.
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Using "hazard" clarifies that lead paint poses a significant danger to children, while the other options—"conflict," "empathy," and "toil"—do not relate to the concept of risk or danger, making them unsuitable for the sentence.