Refer to the Newsela article "Climate Change in Hawaii and U.S. Tropical Islands."


Part A


Based on the article, which inference can be made about coral reefs?


A: Coral reefs are largely unaffected by climate change.


B: The decline of coral reefs would be disastrous for fish populations.


C: A large decrease in ocean temperature would benefit coral reefs.


D: Coral reefs are largely unaffected by ocean acidification.


Part B

Which evidence from the text best supports the answer in Part A?

A: "Reef ecosystems on many islands are already stressed by coastal development and pollution."

B: "Coral reefs are crucial parts of underwater ecosystems."

C: "Coral reefs in most climates can only handle temperatures as high as 84 degrees Fahrenheit."

D:"Acidic water makes it harder for corals to get calcium. They need calcium for their shells to grow."