Question

read the passage.
conservation efforts play a critical role in protecting endangered species from extinction. a key focus of these efforts is ensuring that animals in danger successfully reproduce, creating progeny that can sustain their populations. for example, breeding programs in wildlife reserves and zoos aim to increase the number of young born each year while maintaining genetic diversity. once young animals are strong enough, they are often reintroduced into their natural habitats, where they can contribute to rebuilding ecosystems and stabilizing a species population in the wild.
what is the meaning of progeny as used in the passage?
distant ancestors immature young
babies or offspring parents and siblings

Explanation:

The passage talks about conservation efforts focusing on animals reproducing. "Progeny" is related to the result of reproduction. The context mentions "young born" which is similar to "babies or offspring". "Distant ancestors" are from the past, not related to reproduction result here. "Immature young" is too narrow as "progeny" can include all offspring. "Parents and siblings" are not the result of the reproduction being discussed (the focus is on new - born in the conservation context of reproduction for population sustainment).

Answer:

babies or offspring