What is the meaning of "solicit" in Para. 3

A．To control.
B．To check.
C．To whip with a leash.
D．To release.

A．Thousands of species died of starvation.
B．Earthquake and tidal waves.
C．Massive volcanic eruptions and forest fires.
D．Tons of dust and pulverized rock blasted into the atmosphere and blocked out sunlight.