Question

The world is host to thousands of types of plants, but their numbers are decreasing year by year. More than 60,000 species of plants are

endangered. As this knowledge became widespread, efforts to save them began. One method of doing this is through the establishment of seed
banks. Although seed banks have existed for almost a century, today these banks are receiving more attention. They are designed to keep the
seeds in an environment that will keep them safe for hundreds of years, available for research and for restoring plant species. Plants are vital to
human life in many ways, so having these seed banks is like buying an insurance policy.
Safeguarding plants, both the wild ones and the agricultural, is vital. Unlike the buried pirates' gold in Treasure Island, the seed banks hold a
wealth that cannot be measured. They guarantee humanity the ability to continue living. They hold the future of the planet.
How does the phrase "unlike the buried pirates' gold in Treasure Island" reflect the tone of the author's conclusion?
1. It echoes the longing of humanity for wealth.
2. It emphasizes the author's reverence for the seeds.
○ 3. It echoes the author's relief that the seeds are hidden.
4. It emphasizes the idea that the seeds have monetary value.

Answer 1

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2. It emphasizes the author's reverence for the seeds.