Read the paragraph from the section "Story Met With Disbelief." Scientists say Gerald is right. The island was too cold for snakes during the last Ice Age, which lasted until about 10,000 years ago. And it has been
separated from Europe for some time - unlike Britain, which had a land bridge up until about 6,500 years ago. In short, snakes couldn't get to Ireland once
things warmed up
Which conclusion is BEST supported by the paragraph above?
O It is likely that natural causes forced many snakes from Ireland, and St. Patrick removed the rest
O Snakes existed in Ireland 10,000 years ago, before the last Ice Age.
Most Irish people reject scientists' doubts about the legend of St. Patrick
O There are clear scientific explanations for Ireland's lack