# PTE Re-order #8: Ant Behavior and Weather...

Re-order Paragraphs #8 - Level 1 - Feeds Reading

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- It's often said that ants can predict impending rain and respond by changing their behavior.
- Some people say that if you see ants building their mounds higher, or building them from different materials, this might signal the coming of rain.
- But is there any scientific evidence to support this piece of folk wisdom?
- The short answer is "no", although it is a difficult question to answer partly because of the sheer diversity of ants - there are 13,000 named species on the planet!

## Answer

1. It's often said that ants can predict impending rain and respond by changing their behavior.
2. Some people say that if you see ants building their mounds higher, or building them from different materials, this might signal the coming of rain.
3. But is there any scientific evidence to support this piece of folk wisdom?
4. The short answer is "no", although it is a difficult question to answer partly because of the sheer diversity of ants - there are 13,000 named species on the planet!

## Explanation

The sequence flows logically from the general claim to a specific example, followed by a critical question, and finally the author's conclusion.

(Sentence 1): The opening sentence introduces the idea that ants can predict rain, establishing a common belief that sets the stage for exploration. (Sentence 2): The second sentence provides specific observations regarding ant behavior, suggesting that changes in mound construction could indicate rain, thus building on the initial premise. (Sentence 3): The third sentence questions the validity of this belief, prompting a deeper investigation into the scientific backing behind the observations. (Sentence 4): Finally, the last sentence concludes that there is no scientific evidence supporting the claim, while also noting the complexity due to the vast number of ant species, reinforcing the difficulty of the inquiry.

## Hints

- Start by finding the sentence that introduces the common myth about insects and rain.
- Look for the sentence that asks if there is evidence for the claim; this usually follows the description of the myth.

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