請依下文回答第 26 題至第 30 題:
On June 23, 2016, the UK held a nationwide vote to decide whether to remain in or leave the EuropeanUnion (EU). The question posed to voters was simple: “Should the United Kingdom remain a member of theEuropean Union or leave the European Union?” The Brexit referendum was the __26__ of years of debateand division over the UK’s relationship with the EU, touching on issues of national sovereignty, immigration,and economic policy. The campaign leading up to this referendum was __27__ charged, with the “Leave”side resolutely arguing that leaving the EU would allow the UK to regain control over its laws, borders, andtrade policies. The “Remain” side, on the contrary, forcefully asserted that leaving the EU would lead toeconomic uncertainty, damage trade relationships, and __28__ the UK’s influence on the global stage. Theresult of the referendum was a __29__ victory for the “Leave” side, with 51.9% of voters choosing to leavethe EU, compared to 48.1% who voted to remain. The __30__ of the referendum sent shockwaves throughthe UK and Europe, leading to the prime minister’s resignation and setting off years of complex negotiationsbetween the UK and the EU on the terms of the withdrawal.
【題組】28
(A) expand
(B) boost
(C) reduce
(D) elevate