Question

The writer wants to add the following sentence to the paragraph. Where's the best place for this sentence?
One problem is that wind turbines, tall steel structures with spinning blades that produce electricity when they rotate, pose a threat to wildlife.

(1) Many environmentalists point to wind energy as a viable alternative to fossil fuels. However, wind energy comes with its own set of problems. (2) Wind turbines can cause physical harm to flying animals, such as bats and birds. As the turbines turn, they create changes in the air pressure, which can disrupt flight paths of animals flying by and cause them to collide with the structures. (3) In addition, wind farms, or areas where multiple wind turbines are constructed close to one another, can destroy or disrupt the local habitat for all types of animals in the area

Question 12 options:

A)

After point 2

B)

After point 3

C)

Before point 2

D)

Before point 1

Answer 1

The best place to add the sentence "One problem is that wind turbines, tall steel structures with spinning blades that produce electricity when they rotate, pose a threat to wildlife." is:

**C) Before point 2**

This placement introduces the specific problem of wind turbines posing a threat to wildlife right before elaborating on the details of how they can cause physical harm to flying animals and disrupt local habitats.