Read the paragraph below from the section "Eastern Region."
Wetland areas are a biome of the eastern region and have moist soil. They include the Florida Everglades. In these wetlands, alligators nest in slow-moving waters and tall grass. Wading birds make their breeding grounds in wetland trees, such as cypress and mangrove.
Which conclusion is BEST supported by the paragraph?
A
Probably, alligators also live in the Great Plains area which has tall grasses.
B
The moist soil of the wetland areas probably makes it good for farming.
C
Only a few animals live in the eastern region because of its hot summers and cold winters.
D
It is unlikely that biomes other than the wetland areas make good environments for alligators.
D
It is unlikely that biomes other than the wetland areas make good environments for alligators.
What is the relationship between melting soil and plant life in the Canadian Shield?
A
Plant life is killed as soon as the soil melts in the region.
B
Melting soil provides enough water for some plants to grow.
C
Plants are unable to grow because the soil is too full of water.
D
Melting soil freezes the plant life growing in the region.
B
Melting soil provides enough water for some plants to grow.
D
It is unlikely that biomes other than the wetland areas make good environments for alligators.