IELTS reading main_idea Practice

According to Paragraph B, what was the main reason language became more complex?

Question type: multiple choice · Difficulty: beginner

1. A. A. The need to create art and stories
2. B. B. The need for more effective teamwork in daily activities
3. C. C. The desire to build stronger family relationships
4. D. D. The natural result of human intelligence increasing

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Paragraph B links the development of complex language directly to the need for cooperation. The text states, 'One popular theory suggests that the increasing need for cooperation was a major driver. As social groups grew larger and activities like hunting required more complex planning, a more efficient and detailed method of communication became necessary.'

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