Choose the most suitable word to fill in the blank (II) in the following sentence from the passage:

"Parents are understandably ___________(II)_________ to let their children be photographed by the media, and in many countries, news outlets blur children’s faces to protect them."

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Choose the most suitable word to fill in the blank (II) in the following sentence from the passage:

"Parents are understandably ___________(II)_________ to let their children be photographed by the media, and in many countries, news outlets blur children’s faces to protect them."

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**Solution:**

1. The sentence discusses parents' feelings about allowing media to photograph their children.

2. It mentions that news outlets blur children's faces to protect them, implying parents are hesitant or unwilling.

3. Among the options:
   - *wishing* means desiring something, which does not fit the context of hesitation.
   - *earnest* means sincere or serious, which does not convey hesitation.
   - *reluctant* means unwilling or hesitant, which perfectly fits the context.
   - *craving* means a strong desire, which contradicts the meaning.

4. Therefore, "reluctant" is the most appropriate word to fill the blank.

**Answer:** reluctant

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