D. The storm—it was the worst in years—caused several power outages. is the answer
Question one: The answer is A
Question two: Also A
Question three: Still A
Question four: B
Question five: B
I hope this helps, and i am so so terribly sorry if it doesn't. I just tried my best to help :D
It is to try to solve a problem and unintentionally make it worse.
Lachrymose means very sad and tearful.
Sentence: She was lachrymose after she heard that her parents died for her sake.
