Read the following passage: Elephants were being hunted in large numbers for their
ivory tusks. Realizing that the
species was becoming
endangered, most countries
outlawed the sale and trade of
ivory and ivory products. This had the unintended outcome
of making ivory much more expensive. People wanted this
increasingly rare and valuable trophy. Poachers, tempted
by huge payouts, became more aggressive, and the
elephant slaughter actually increased.
What does the author's word choice most clearly suggest regarding his
feelings about elephant poaching?
• A. He uses the words "rare" and "valuable" to express his admiration
of ivory products.
B. He uses the word "poachers" to highlight the fact that this type of
hunting is illegal.
O C. He uses the word "trophy" to criticize the buyers who helped
perpetuate the ivory trade.
• D. He describes the sad outcome of this
elephants by outlawing ivory.
attempt to save the