Question 1 of 5 Which option best revises the paragraph to convey the same meaning while
maintaining a formal tone throughout?
The barn owl is a fearsome predator because it can hunt silently. The
feathers on its wings have special things that get rid of noise. As a
result, barn owls make no sound as they flap their wings and pounce
on their prey.
A. The barn owl hunts in hushed tones at night. The feathers on its
wings have special things that get rid of noise. As a result, barn
owls make no sound as they flap their wings and pounce on their
prey.
B. The barn owl is a fearsome predator because it can hunt silently.
The soft feathering on the edges of its wings helps reduce noise.
As a result, barn owls make no sound as they flap their wings and
pounce on their prey.
C. The barn owl is a fearsome predator because it can hunt silently.
The feathers on its wings have special things that get rid of noise.
As a result, these birds glide in silence as they flutter their wings
through the air to select their evening dinner.
D. The barn owl sneaks up on unsuspecting animals, making it a
quiet hunter. The feathers on its wings have special things that get
rid of noise. As a result, barn owls make no sound as they flap
their wings and pounce on their prey.