Question

Read this sentence from the text:

Scientists simply do not know what is killing the bees.

How does this line function in the text?

It is a fact that supports the thesis.
It is an example that supports the thesis.
It provides general information about the topic.
It is the thesis of the article.

Answer 1

it provides general information because its not giving clues its just information on what the scientist don't know.............. hope this helps!

Answer 2

It provides general information about the topic.

there is no proof or evidence that they don't know about the topic, therefore it's just considered information.