started , reduced
replete , increased
full , escalating
forced , dissolving E. followed , continuous
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The correct answer is: C. full, escalating.
The speech was full of subtle threats, which has resulted in escalating tension in the sensitive areas of the city. The threats made in the speech were likely to be interpreted as a warning to those who might be planning to cause trouble, and this has led to an increase in anxiety and fear among the population. This, in turn, has led to an increase in the number of incidents of violence and unrest in the city.
The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:
- A. started, reduced: The speech did not start the tension in the city, it only exacerbated it.
- B. replete, increased: The speech was not replete with threats, it was full of them.
- D. forced, dissolving: The speech did not force anyone to do anything, and it did not dissolve the tension in the city.
- E. followed, continuous: The speech was not followed by continuous tension, it was followed by escalating tension.