The police . . . . . . . . the mob.

The correct answer is: B. dispersed

The word “disperse” means to break up or scatter. In this case, the police dispersed the mob by using tear gas and rubber bullets.

The other options are:

• A. disbanded – to break up or dissolve a group or organization.
• C. drove – to force someone or something to move away from a place.
• D. scattered – to move in different directions and become separated.

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.