Question

read the selection from the section we must come to a solution. these recent events have left us with new responsibilities. one of these is the question of how to handle our new territories. we must come to a solution together as a nation. it is too serious and pressing to ignore. which word could replace pressing without changing the meaning of the selection? exciting terrible simple important

Explanation:

"Pressing" means of immediate importance or urgency. Among the options, "important" is closest in meaning as it also conveys significance and a need for attention, similar to the context where the matter is too serious to ignore.

Answer:

D. important