Which of the following statements does not support or logically extend this central idea? "Tornadoes can be dangerous—even deadly—storms."
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which statement does not support or logically extend the central idea that tornadoes can be dangerous and deadly. The central idea is introduced with a quotation about tornadoes, and the task is to identify the option that is least relevant to this idea.
Answer
D: The word tornado comes from a Spanish word meaning 'to turn.'
The final answer is D: The word tornado comes from a Spanish word meaning 'to turn.'
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is D: The word tornado comes from a Spanish word meaning 'to turn.'
More Information
The etymology of 'tornado' doesn't connect with the theme of danger, unlike the other statements.
Tips
A common mistake is to choose a statement that supports the dangerous nature of tornadoes because it's less obviously related to danger.
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