Question

Use the paragraph to answer the question.

The hills and canyons of California provide all three of a wildfire’s needs in abundance. Dry brush and small shrubs and trees encircle the towns. Santa Ana winds blow steadily. The winds pick up twigs or small embers and carry them miles away. Dry lightning is a common occurrence, too, and tourists’ campfires, broken electric lines, or even dropped cigarettes can spark a fire.

Which is the best summary of the information in this paragraph?

(1 point)
Responses

California is vulnerable to wildfires due to its dry climate, lightning, and tourist activities.
California is vulnerable to wildfires due to its dry climate, lightning, and tourist activities.

California weather is usually windy with the occasional dry lightning storm.
California weather is usually windy with the occasional dry lightning storm.

Towns in California are surrounded by natural plants, such as trees and shrubs.
Towns in California are surrounded by natural plants, such as trees and shrubs.

Some tourists cause wildfires while camping and sightseeing in California.
Some tourists cause wildfires while camping and sightseeing in California.

Answer 1

y

Answer 2

California is vulnerable to wildfires due to its dry climate, lightning, and tourist activities.

Answer 3

I apologize for the repetition, but the best summary of the information in this paragraph is: California is vulnerable to wildfires due to its dry climate, lightning, and tourist activities.