1) Which of the following statements best summarizes the central idea and important details of paragraph 2 AModern-day experts agree that kudzu is good for forage. Kudzu also is very effective at controlling erosion.

B Kudzu is only of limited value as animal forage. It is also an effective erosion controller, but it can take over in an undesirable way.

C As forage for animals, kudzu is useless because it is easily overgrazed. It is also useless at controlling erosion because it grows too much.

D Farmers and homeowners in the southeastern United States agree that kudzu grows too much to be useful, either as forage or as an erosion control.

2) Which of the following statements best restates one central idea that should be included in a summary of the article?

A Thought once considered a desirable plant, kudzu has invasive tendencies that make it a harmful weed.

B Kudzu has become the most troublesome invasive plant species, partly because it was once thought to be attractive.

C As is the case with other invasives, natural checks and balances a effective at controlling kudzu.

D Kudzu is native to Asia but was brought to the United States op purpose.