Question

Pet Dangers

Carole Jenkins

The grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.
Everyone knows that a home should be "child-proof" to protect young babies and toddlers from illness and injury. (2) Pets are also in danger from many common household sources which many people don't realize. (3) Pets can chew and swallow seemingly safe things, resulting in disaster.

(4) It may seem perfectly harmless to toss a pet a grape or a raisin as a treat, but these can be very deadly. (5) Although the exact cause is not known, gastrointestinal problems will result after a pet ingests grapes or raisins. (6) Kidney failure frequently occurs.

(7) Flowering plants, when eaten by pets, can also be lethal. (8) Lilies are especially toxic to cats by causing kidney failure. (9) Azaleas and rhododendrons can lead to serious problems for dogs. (10) Vomiting, diarrhea, and central nervous system problems can result.

(11) Small amounts of Xylitol, an artificial sweetener used in sugar-free candy, chewing gum, cookies, and other baked goods, can cause low blood sugar and liver damage in dogs. (12) It doesn't take much of this stuff to cause serious problems.

(13) There are many other common household items that are hazardous to pets. (14) All pet owners should educate themselves about these items and the effects that they have on pets. (15)Every effort should be made to "pet-proof" homes to provide safe and healthy environments for pets.
Which BEST provides a counter-argument to this passage?

A) Common household products are used everyday to keep homes clean and germ free.
B) Dogs are in danger from things that are quite ordinary in the life of a human.
C) Dogs are protected from danger by their instincts, such as their keen sense of smell.
D) Artificial sweeteners are a delicious and low calorie way to keep foods low calorie.

Answer 1

Answer:c

Explanation Test Prep

Answer 2

The option that BEST provides a counter-argument to this passage is "Dogs are protected from danger by their instincts, such as their keen sense of smell."

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage "Pet Dangers " by Carole Jenkins makes a statement about the dangers that dog might face at home and that most pet owners are not aware of them, then the counter-argument would state that dogs do not need people to be aware of everything since their nature will tell them what could be dangerous for them