Information and IdeasEasy–MediumStated detail about a choice of material
Information and Ideas practice question
The new footbridge is made of larch rather than steel because larch weathers to a silver grey that blends with the estuary, needs no paint, and can be replaced plank by plank as it wears.
According to the text, why was larch chosen over steel?
- A. Because it blends with the setting, needs no paint, and can be replaced piece by piece.Correct
- B. Because it is stronger than steel.
- C. Because it was cheaper.
- D. Because steel was unavailable.
Answer: A. Because it blends with the setting, needs no paint, and can be replaced piece by piece.
The three reasons are stated in the sentence.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Because it is stronger than steel.
- Strength is not mentioned.
- C. Because it was cheaper.
- Cost is not mentioned.
- D. Because steel was unavailable.
- Availability is not mentioned.
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