The answer is C. climax.
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The answer to this is past I think because they did it before they left
Typically Collective noun used as a unit takes singular forms of verbs and pronouns.
examples of collective nouns would be: group, audience, jury, family, team, and so on.
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I love Pride and Prejudice! Here are all of the aforementioned events in order:
1. Mr. Bennet pays a visit to Netherfield Hall.
2. Mr Darcy snubs Elizabeth at the ball.
3. Elizabeth refuses Mr. Collins's marriage proposal.
4. Jane falls ill and has to stay at Netherfield.
5. Mr. Darcy finds himself succumbing to Elizabeth's charms.