This is the . . . . . . . . chosen for the shopping complex to be built next year.

The correct answer is C. site.

A site is a specific location or position. In this case, it is the location where the shopping complex will be built.

The other options are incorrect because:

• An area is a larger region or space.
• A locality is a smaller area or place.
• A sight is something that is seen or observed.