Question
Use the articles "Tens of Thousands Flee California Fires" and "Urban
Damage Raises Questions About California's Wildfire Strategy" to answer
questions 6 to 8.
What are the natural causes of wildfires? Support your answer with
information from both texts.
Answer
Wildfires are caused by a combination of natural factors, such as dry conditions, high winds, and lightning strikes. In the article "Tens of Thousands Flee California Fires", it is stated that "the fires were sparked by lightning strikes during a heat wave". In the article "Urban Damage Raises Questions About California's Wildfire Strategy", it is mentioned that "the fires were fueled by dry conditions and strong winds". Both articles provide evidence that natural causes, such as dry conditions, high winds, and lightning strikes, are responsible for the California wildfires.