PART A: Which statement best expresses the central idea of the text? A. By using science and their knowledge of real organisms, scientists can speculate about
what would be necessary for a dragon to breathe fire.

B. Many fantasy authors use elements of science and nature
to create their worlds and creatures such as fire-breathing dragons

C. Science can help prove that even our wildest fantasies are possible, such as dragon’s ability to breathe fire

D. Creating believable fantasy creatures, such as fire-breathing dragons, requires creativity as well as a through understanding of science