16Hit1600
Information and IdeasEasy–MediumFinding supporting a claim about a nest

Information and Ideas practice question

A naturalist claims that the barn owls have nested in the church tower this year.

Which finding, if true, would most directly support the naturalist's claim?

  1. A. Three downy owl chicks were photographed on a ledge inside the tower in June, with an adult owl beside them.Correct
  2. B. Barn owls are common in the county.
  3. C. The church tower has a large opening.
  4. D. An owl was heard in the churchyard in March.

Answer: A. Three downy owl chicks were photographed on a ledge inside the tower in June, with an adult owl beside them.

Chicks in the tower with an adult: nesting shown directly.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Barn owls are common in the county.
Regional frequency doesn't show this tower.
C. The church tower has a large opening.
An opening allows nesting but doesn't show it.
D. An owl was heard in the churchyard in March.
A call in March doesn't show a nest in the tower.

More Information and Ideas questions

Not affiliated with the College Board. SAT is a trademark of the College Board.