Question

1. read these sentences from the article: \when two plates finally get unstuck, they release energy. often, a small amount of energy is released. that will mean a small earthquake. however, sometimes a lot of energy is released. when that happens, the earthquake that follows will be strong...and dangerous!\ what does the word

eleased\ mean here? let out broken down held inside

Explanation:

The context describes plates getting 'unstuck' and energy being released. 'Let out' fits as it implies energy escaping. 'Broken down' (decompose) and 'held inside' (contained) don't match the idea of energy coming out.

Answer:

let out