Question

the rhinoceros
there are several species of rhinoceroses, some of which are found in asia and others in different parts of africa. the four varieties of rhinoceroses are the black rhinoceros, having a single horn; the black species having two horns; the long - horned white rhinoceros; and the common white species, having a short, stubby horn.
the largest of the african species is the long - horned, white, or square - nosed rhinoceros. when full - grown, it sometimes measures eighteen feet in length and about the same around the body. its horn frequently reaches a length of thirty inches.
the black rhinoceros, although much smaller than the white and seldom having a horn over eighteen inches long, is much fiercer than the white species and possesses a wonderful degree of strength.
the form of the rhinoceros is clumsy, and its appearance is dull and heavy. the limbs are thick and powerful, and each foot has three toes, which are covered with broad, hoof - like nails. the tail is small, and the head
which statement showing two central ideas is supported by details from the passage?
a. african rhinoceroses eat only plants, roots, and leaves and have sharp eyesight, and asian rhinos have a sharp sense of hearing.
b. there are four kinds of rhinoceroses, and though they look clumsy, they are very strong and can defend themselves fiercely.
c. the skin of the african rhino is smooth, but the skin of the asian rhino is rough.

Explanation:

• Option A: The passage does not mention anything about the eyesight of African rhinos or the hearing of Asian rhinos.
• Option B: The first paragraph lists four kinds of rhinos (black rhino with one horn, black species with two horns, long - horned white rhino, common white species). The fourth paragraph describes their clumsy form, and the third paragraph (for black rhino) and the general description imply their strength and ability to defend (e.g., "possesses a wonderful degree of strength" for black rhino which is an example of their defensive ability).
• Option C: The passage does not compare the skin texture of African and Asian rhinos.

Answer:

B. There are four kinds of rhinoceroses, and though they look clumsy, they are very strong and can defend themselves fiercely.