Question

read passage 1: \how trees get the dirt\ by elizabeth preston and then answer questions 1 - 9.

1. how does the figurative language in paragraph 13 support the author’s findings on the way plants communicate? (页 8 3)

a. it describes relationships that are based on personal benefits.
b. it compares the complex defense mechanisms within plants to a conversation.
c. it highlights the difference between adult conversations and foolish conversations.
d. it acknowledges the complicated relationships between insects and the plants they feed on.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The question is about how figurative language supports the author's view on plant communication. Describing relationships based on personal benefits doesn't relate to plant communication or the figurative language's role here. Eliminate A.
• Option B: If the figurative language compares plant defense mechanisms to a conversation, this would support the idea of plants "communicating" (since conversation is a form of communication). This aligns with the question's focus on plant communication.
• Option C: The question is about plant communication, not adult vs. childish conversations. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Acknowledging insect - plant relationships doesn't directly support the author's feelings on how plants communicate. The focus is on plant communication, not insect - plant relationships. Eliminate D.

Answer:

B. It compares the complex defense mechanisms within plants to a conversation.