Trees planted in rows along the edge of a farm field serve as windbreaks. Strong winds can erode soil and damage young crops. The trees slow down the wind gusts. This creates a more _______ microclimate where delicate plants can grow without physical stress.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
tranquil
dangerous
imaginative
surprising
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The text explains that the trees "slow down the wind" and prevent physical stress. "Tranquil" means free from disturbance; calm.
Choice B is incorrect because the environment becomes safer for the plants, not "dangerous." Choice C is incorrect because "imaginative" applies to thoughts, not physical environments. Choice D is incorrect because "surprising" doesn't capture the physical state of calmness.