Question

climate change
the grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
(1) climate change, often referred to as global warming is a pressing issue that affects our planets environment and ecosystems. (2) it is primarily caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, which release greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide into the air. (3) these greenhouse gases trap heat, leads to a rise in global temperatures and disrupting weather patterns worldwide.
(4) the consequences of climate change are far - reaching and include rising sea levels, more frequent and severe natural disasters, loss of biodiversity, and disruptions to agriculture and food security. (5) addressing climate change require collective action at both individual and global levels, including reducing carbon emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, conserving natural resources, and implementing sustainable practices.
(6) high school students can play a vital role in combating climate change by educating themselves and others, participating in environmental initiatives and activism, and advocating for policies that promote sustainability and environmental protection. (7) by working together to mitigate the impacts of climate change we can protect our planet for future generations and create a more sustainable and resilient world. (8) furthermore, raising awareness and advocating for climate action are essential steps in addressing this urgent issue.
what change should be made in sentence 5?
a change require to requires
b change levels to level
c delete the commas after sources
d change reducing to reduce

Explanation:

In sentence 5, the subject “Addressing climate change” is a gerund phrase acting as a singular subject. According to subject - verb agreement rules, a singular subject requires a singular verb. “Require” is a plural verb form, and “requires” is the correct singular form.

Answer:

A. Change require to requires