SAT English Practice Question

The following passage describes the process of how a certain type of plant produces seeds: \"The leaves of the plant are long and narrow, with a deep green color that helps them absorb sunlight. The plant produces flowers that are small and white, and these flowers are pollinated by insects. The pollen from the flowers travels to the pistils of other flowers, where it fertilizes the ovules. Once the ovules are fertilized, they develop into seeds within the ovaries of the flowers. When the seeds are mature, the ovaries ripen, and the seeds are dispersed by the wind or by animals. The seeds germinate when they encounter suitable conditions, and a new plant is born. " The passage suggests that the information about the leaves of the plant is intended to

1. A.explain how the plant is able to reproduce itself.
2. B.compare the plant to other plants that produce seeds.
3. C.provide a detailed description of the plant’s physical characteristics.
4. D.illustrate the importance of the plant’s role in the ecosystem.