<span>The correct change for the word tolerate is option C) persist. The use of tolerate in then sentence could be interpreted to mean the problems caused by the earthquake are tolerated and not a problem. Obviously, the problems persist and are not simply tolerated.</span>
I believe the answer is D. In the end of the excerpt, Hans holds his claim paper in the air and grinned...
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I have no clue. I have never in my life watched Twilight Zone.