单选题
A great deal has been done to
remedy
the situation.
【正确答案】
B
【答案解析】[解析] 画线词remedy为动词,意为“补救,纠正”。A项maintain意为“维护,维修”;例:Let"s maintain peace in the world.让我们来维护世界和平。B项improve意为“改善,增加”;例:We should improve the living conditions of the people.我们应改善人民生活条件。C项assess意为“评估,评定”;例:We tried to assess his suitability for the job.我们想评估一下他是否适合这项工作。D项protect意为“保护,防卫”;例:An umbrella will protect you from the rain.雨伞可以保护你不至于淋雨。故本题选B。