Question

question 8
read the following passage from the article:
reefs provide habitat and protection for many species of marine life. they protect shorelines and reduce flood and storm damage. they support fishing and supply food and medicines for people.
why did the author include this information?
a. to show that coral reefs are beautiful
b. to show how important it is to help the reefs
c. to point out the need to reduce food waste
d. to tell some effects of harmful weather events

Explanation:

The passage lists multiple benefits of reefs (habitat, protection for marine life; protecting shorelines; supporting fishing, supplying food and medicines). This indicates their importance. Option A is about beauty (not mentioned). Option C is about helping reefs (passage focuses on reefs' benefits, not need to help them). Option D is about food waste (not relevant). Option B aligns with showing reefs' importance.

Answer:

B. To show how important it is to help the reefs