Question

which of the following statements best captures the main idea of the selection? a bring an umbrella in the event of spider rain. b rain containing live animals is not only possible, it is well - documented. c throughout the twentieth and twenty - first centuries, life has often imitated popular music. d precipitation containing live bodies is most likely the result of water spouts sucking up water and animals and then depositing them elsewhere.

Explanation:

The passage discusses the phenomenon of rain containing live animals. Option D provides a scientific - sounding explanation about water spouts causing this precipitation with live bodies, which is most relevant to the main idea. Option A is a random suggestion, option B is too general about life imitating music, and option C is off - topic about life imitating popular music.

Answer:

D. Precipitation containing live bodies is most likely the result of water spouts sucking up water and animals and then depositing them elsewhere.