In the passage below, select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number (2). Social media companies (1) claim that they…

Question

In the passage below, select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number (2).

Social media companies (1) claim that they promote democracy and are dedicated to the empowerment of ordinary individuals. The assertion (2) entirely unfounded. Recent history shows how (3) citizens have been mobilised against totalitarian regimes on social networking sites. Starting from MeToo to Black Lives Matter, digital networks (4) indispensable in bringing together critical voices against social and political (5).

1. A. cannot
2. B. may not be (Correct answer)
3. C. should
4. D. shall

Correct Answer

Option B — may not be

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is may not be.

Key Points

• The next sentences give evidence that the claim has merit, so the assertion is not completely baseless.
• 'The assertion may not be entirely unfounded' correctly conveys this qualified agreement.