COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, is a highly contagious virus that first emerged in Wuhan, China in late 2019 and quickly spread to become ...

COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, is a highly contagious virus that first emerged in Wuhan, China in late 2019 and quickly spread to become a global pandemic. The virus is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and primarily spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person talks, coughs, or sneezes. The outbreak of COVID-19 has had a profound impact on society, causing widespread fear, panic, and confusion as the world struggled to contain the spread of the virus. Governments and health organizations have implemented various measures such as lockdowns, social distancing, and the wearing of masks in order to slow the spread of the virus and protect public health. However, the pandemic has also brought to light the existing inequalities and disparities within societies, as marginalized communities and essential workers have been disproportionately affected by the virus. Assinale a alternativa que corresponde as palavras cognatas encontradas no texto. Escolha uma opção: A. Severe – lockdowns. B. Panic – outbreak. C. Emerged – order. D. Marginalized – fear. E. Respiratory – pandemic.