Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Pollution __________ ecosystems and wildlife.

Correct option is A

The correct option to fill in the blank is (a) damages.
Explanation: The subject "Pollution" is singular and thus requires a singular verb. "Damages" is the correct form of the verb for third-person singular in present tense.
Example: Excessive use of plastic damages the environment severely.
Why other options are incorrect:
· (b) damage – Base form, incorrect for singular subject.
· (c) is damage – Incorrect verb structure.
· (d) damaging – Present participle, unsuitable as main verb here.
�� Information Booster:
✅ Subject-Verb Agreement Rule – A singular subject takes a singular verb (add –s/es in present tense).