Question

what is the meaning of the word linger as used below? use the synonym to help you determine its meaning. when indonesias tambora volcano erupted in 1815, people didnt know how long its effects would linger. climate changes caused by the volcano made it possible for cholera, a serious disease, to spread around the world. these effects remain even today. move ahead go forward stop completely stick around

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "linger", we analyze the context. The passage says the volcano's effects "remain even today", and we use a synonym to help. "Move ahead" and "go forward" imply progression, which doesn't match "remain". "Stop completely" is not consistent with "remain". "Stick around" means to stay or remain, matching the context of the effects remaining over time.

Answer:

D. stick around