Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each question from 12 to...

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each question from 12 to 21.

        For centuries, the Amazon rainforest has been home to indigenous tribes whose livelihoods are intricately linked to the natural world. Yet, modern threats such as deforestation, illegal mining, and climate change have jeopardized their existence. In a groundbreaking collaboration, an Amazonian tribe has utilized Google Earth to safeguard their ancestral lands and advocate for their rights. This technological leap has empowered them to map their territories, monitor illegal activities, and amplify their voices on a global platform. [I]

        Using satellite imagery and advanced mapping tools, the tribes have documented encroachments with precision, providing irrefutable evidence of environmental crimes. [II] These efforts have not only bolstered their legal battles but also spotlighted the critical importance of protecting indigenous lands for global biodiversity. Despite this success, challenges persist as external forces continue to infringe upon their autonomy and threaten their cultural heritage.

        The partnership between the tribes and Google Earth has also highlighted the transformative power of technology in bridging the gap between tradition and innovation. While the tribe has embraced digital tools, they remain steadfast in preserving their cultural identity. This delicate balance underscores the adaptability of indigenous communities, who integrate modern solutions without abandoning their roots.

        To ensure long-term sustainability, ongoing support from governments, NGOs, and global citizens is paramount. By investing in education, providing legal assistance, and fostering technological advancements, stakeholders can enable these tribes to thrive. [III] Ultimately, this synergy between tradition and technology exemplifies a collective effort to protect not just the Amazon but also humanity's shared ecological future. [IV]

(Adapted from ResearchGate)

Question 12. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A. Stakeholders can empower these tribes to thrive by ignoring education, legal support, and technological progress.

B. Stakeholders can empower these tribes to prosper by focusing on education, legal support, and technological innovation.

C. Through investment in education, legal support, and the promotion of technological stagnation, stakeholders can help these tribes prosper.

D. Investing in education, offering legal aid, and promoting technology can prevent these tribes from flourishing.