Question

what is the meaning of the word in bold? the bay of pigs invasion is widely regarded as a military fiasco. on april 17, 1961, a group of cuban exiles, authorized and financed by the american government, landed on cubas shores intending to rally cuban citizens and overthrow fidel castro. castros military immediately subdued the attackers, however, and ended the revolt. an unexpected complication a complete failure or disaster a model for future action a state of disappointment

Explanation:

The Bay of Pigs invasion ended poorly as the attackers were subdued. "Fiasco" means a complete failure or disaster in this context.

Answer:

B. a complete failure or disaster