The preservation society's efforts proved _______, with the historic district ultimately demolished despite their decade-long campaign to protect it from developers.
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readingWhich choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
A
successful
B
brief
C
popular
D
futile
Correct Answer: D
Choice D is the best answer. The passage describes preservation efforts that failed when the district was "ultimately demolished." "Futile" means pointless or unsuccessful, fitting this failed campaign.
Choice A is incorrect because "successful" contradicts demolition. Choice B is incorrect because "brief" contradicts decade-long. Choice C is incorrect because "popular" doesn't address outcome.