Question

Which statement is the LEAST compatible with the composition’s main idea?

A) The U.S. Marines have adopted many different types of horses.
B) These horses can only be adopted at a certain time and place.
C) The U.S. Marines are not the only ones encouraged to adopt a palomino wild horse.
D) The U.S. Marines are considering using wild horses as a part of their Mounted Color Guard.

Answer 1

The least compatible statement with the main idea concerning the U.S. Marines' relationship with horses is that 'These horses can only be adopted at a certain time and place' .

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that is the LEAST compatible with the composition's main idea appears to be option B) 'These horses can only be adopted at a certain time and place.' This statement does not directly relate to the overarching subject concerning the use of horses by the U.S. Marines, whether it be for adoption or their Mounted Color Guard.

Options A, C, and D pertain to the theme of the U.S. Marines' relationship with horses — either through adoption or utilization in official capacities. Specifically, option D, indicating the U.S. Marines are considering using wild horses for their Mounted Color Guard, contributes directly to the main idea by suggesting an ongoing relationship and potential future use for these horses within the corps.

Therefore, the statement about the timing and location restrictions for adopting horses is less about the Marines' connection with horses and more about procedural details, which renders it the LEAST relevant to the core topic of the Marines' use and adoption of horses.