Q
Medium 1 Mark
English Reading Comprehension
Passage: "Traditional fishing communities along the coast have faced declining catches in recent years, a trend scientists attribute to rising sea temperatures rather than overfishing, which industry data shows has actually decreased." Summary: "Coastal fishing communities are experiencing reduced catches, which scientists link to __________ rather than overfishing." Which phrase best completes the blank?
Explanation
The passage explicitly attributes the decline to 'rising sea temperatures rather than overfishing,' which fits the blank precisely.
Reference: Skoolyst English Grammar Series , Page 1
Hint
Notice the passage explicitly rules out overfishing as the cause, pointing to a specific alternative reason.
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