Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.
Passage: 'Snakes' are carnivorous reptiles. Snakes are found almost in every part of the world. Snakes are beautiful animals.
Snakes don't have fur. Many snakes only need to be fed once or twice a month. Snakes require specific living conditions and food in order to thrive. In some part of the world, some snakes are kept as pets.
Question: Which of the following is most nearly the opposite in meaning to the word 'thrive' as used in the story?