SAT English Practice Question

The author of the passage is trying to show the reader that many things that seem ordinary are actually quite extraordinary. For example, the author mentions that a “simple thing” like a flower can be the result of millions of years of evolution. The author also mentions that a “small thing” like a raindrop can be a powerful force that shapes the landscape. The author is suggesting that the reader look more closely at the world around them and appreciate the complexity and beauty of even the most ordinary things. What is the most likely reason why the writer emphasizes the power of a raindrop in this passage?

1. A.even seemingly insignificant things can have a profound impact.
2. B.the natural world is a source of beauty and wonder.
3. C.the effects of weather are often unpredictable.
4. D.raindrops are necessary for the growth of plants.