Question 13.
The word “topophobia” in the passage is used:
A
to represent a feeling of dread towards particular spaces and places.
B
to signify the fear of studying the complex discipline of topography.
C
to signify feelings of fear or anxiety towards topophilic people.
D
as a metaphor expressing the failure of the homeland to accommodate non-citizens.
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"And just as a beloved landscape is suddenly revealed, so too may landscapes of fear cast a dark shadow over a place that makes one feel a sense of dread or anxiety—or topophobia."
Option B speaks about topography, while Option C speaks about dread towards people. Option D is unrelated to topophobia. Hence, all of them are incorrect
Option A clearly captures the essence of the last sentence in the passage.
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