Excerpt from: all-natural pest prevention lee washington 1as the weather becomes warmer and people travel outside more often, daring pests creep indoors to explore kitchens and pantries. it is important to know that insects and mice can contribute to the spread of germs and diseases. at the very least, these pests can damage food supplies or cause itchy bug bites. from the largest mice to the tiniest fleas, these creatures can turn a peaceful home into a crawling nightmare! which statement, if added to the passage, would best support the idea that insects are dangerous? a) some pests do not respond to chemical pest control. b) insects use their antenna to detect strange odors in the environment. c) keeping your house clean can prevent any critters from returning. d) researchers believe that rodents and insects spread several of history's plagues.