Question

3 read the following sentences:
since then, 111 other radio stations, tv networks and newspapers in the country have had to close due to government sanctions, according to a tally maintained by the free - speech advocacy group espacio publico. the government denies accusations of censorship and says the media generates hysteria. it has blocked access to numerous foreign news websites and this year took cnn en espanol off the air.
in recent years, pro - government investment groups have bought out venezuelas national daily papers and major private tv channels, gutting personnel and avoiding any reports that reflect badly on the maduro government.
based on this information, what can be concluded about the venezuelan peoples access to news?
a their access to news is becoming greatly improved.
b their access to news is greater than it has ever been.
c their access to news is the same as it always has been.
d their access to news is becoming increasingly limited.

Explanation:

• Option A: The text shows media closures and blocking, so access isn't improved. Eliminate A.
• Option B: With stations closing and websites blocked, access isn't greater. Eliminate B.
• Option C: Changes like closures and ownership by pro - gov groups mean access isn't the same. Eliminate C.
• Option D: 111 media outlets closed, foreign news sites blocked, and pro - gov groups control media to avoid bad reports on the government. These all show that the Venezuelan people's access to news is becoming more limited.

Answer:

D. Their access to news is becoming increasingly limited.