The cry of warning from a bird or animal

Question

Option 1: is an expression of fear of humans and predators.

Option 2: makes the sportsman realise that he has lost his only chance of a shot.

Option 3: is distinct enough for several species to interpret correctly.

Option 4: could be that of a dog, crow, jay or magpie.

AfterBoards · Accepted Answer

From passage: "A cry of warning, no matter from what bird or animal it emanates, is understood by them all."

Thought Process Breakdown: The question asks what is true about a cry of warning. -> The passage says every species has its own dialect. -> But it also says a warning cry is commonly understood. -> It gives examples: crow, jay, magpie, rooster. -> Other birds and animals understand the warning and run to cover. So, the warning cry is clear enough for different species to interpret correctly. Option 1 is too broad; the passage is about warning, not only fear of humans and predators. Option 2 describes the sportsman's loss, but not the meaning of the cry itself. Option 4 only lists possible animals; it misses the key point that many species understand it. Option 3 captures the idea best.

Option Analysis: 🟠 Option 1 -> Too Broad -> The cry may be about danger, but the passage focuses on shared understanding across species. 🟠 Option 2 -> Side Effect -> The sportsman losing his shot is an example, not the main meaning of the cry. 🟢 Option 3 -> Correct -> The cry is understood correctly by several species. 🟠 Option 4 -> Incomplete -> It names possible sources but misses the important idea: cross-species interpretation.

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