The author is trying to explain why the word "disastrous" was used in the first sentence. The author wants to make sure that the reader understands that "disastrous" is not an exaggeration. The author is also trying to emphasize the seriousness of the situation, by comparing the effects of the earthquake to those of other natural disasters. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the word "disastrous"?
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","rationale_html":"The author is using the word "disastrous" to emphasize the impact of the earthquake on human life. This is likely because the author wants to make sure the reader understands the severity of the situation.
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","ord":0},{"label":"B","content_html":"highlight the impact of the earthquake on human life.
","ord":1},{"label":"C","content_html":"contrast the earthquake’s effects to those of other natural disasters.
","ord":2},{"label":"D","content_html":"suggest that the earthquake was an unprecedented event.
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