Question

a 2003 heat wave in europe caused about 50,000 deaths, and a 1995 heat wave in chicago caused more than 600 deaths. in fact, heat waves cause more deaths in the united states every year than hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes combined. how does this excerpt fit into the overall structure of the passage? it contrasts the effects of heat waves in europe and in chicago. it claims that heat waves are the main cause of death worldwide. it shows the various effects of heat waves on people and the planet. it lists all the illnesses caused by heat waves around the world.

Explanation:

The excerpt gives examples of heat - wave related deaths in Europe and Chicago, and then compares the annual death toll from heat waves in the US to other natural disasters. It doesn't contrast just Europe and Chicago, doesn't claim heat waves are the main cause of death worldwide, doesn't show effects on the planet, and doesn't list all heat - wave related illnesses. It shows the impact of heat waves on people in terms of fatalities.

Answer:

None of the provided options are correct.