<span>Now some millmen want to cut all the Calaveras trees into lumber and money. But we have found a better use for them. No doubt these trees would make good lumber after passing through a sawmill, as George Washington after passing through the hands of a French cook would have made good food. But both for Washington and the tree that bears his name higher uses have been found. </span> The answer is D.
Have you considered highlighting the already arid climate?
Explanation:
As someone who's seen australia, I can confidently say the middle feels like it's constantly on fire. Maybe highlight that this creates highly flammable brush?