Question

the ultimate fighting championship
mary odell
1american interest in mixed martial arts is growing. both male and female athletes are invited to compete, although this sport is not recommended for the prima donna. this full contact fighting combines various martial arts techniques so fighters with different styles can compete against each other. this intriguing sport has convinced more than one athlete that he is not, in fact, the alpha and the omega! many people think that all combative sports should be strictly monitored and regulated by state commissions. it is obvious that the ultimate fighting championship (ufc) is an organization that promotes combative athletic events. state athletic commissions should strictly monitor and regulate the ufc.
2the first reason regulation is needed can be traced to the origins of the ufc. early contests did not have enough rules; groin strikes and head butts were allowed. surprisingly, even fish hooking, which can result in permanent damage, was permitted. promoters should
what sentence best expresses the main idea of this passage?
a mixed martial arts fighting is a sport that is increasing in popularity among young men in america.
b people clamoring for more regulations for ufc matches are over-reacting to the dangers of the sport.
c the ultimate fighting championship (ufc) is an organization that promotes combative athletic events.
d mixed martial arts is a dangerous sport that needs more regulations and restrictions to be safe for competitors.

Explanation:

The passage opens by noting growing interest in mixed martial arts, then focuses on the need for regulation of the UFC, citing its unregulated, dangerous early rules as a key reason. Option A is too narrow (only mentions young men, not regulation). Option B contradicts the passage, which argues regulation is needed. Option C is a minor detail, not the main idea. Option D captures the core claim that the sport is dangerous and requires more regulation.

Answer:

D. Mixed Martial Arts is a dangerous sport that needs more regulations and restrictions to be safe for competitors.