Question

Social distancing has proved to be an effective means to prevent —————— to Corona Virus:

• A. exposure
• B. elimination
• C. introduction
• D. attack

Answer 1

Answer:

A. exposure

• Exposure means coming into contact with something harmful, such as a virus.

• The phrase “exposure to” is the correct collocation when referring to contact with a virus.

• Social distancing helps reduce the risk of exposure to the virus.

Other options:

• Elimination — The act of removing or getting rid of something.

• Introduction — The act of bringing something in or presenting it.

• Attack — An act of aggression or an attempt to harm.