Question 32

The sentence "The lizard has the ability to alter its coloration to blend in with the foliage." is written correctly.

Sentence D accurately uses "its" to denote possession, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

A) The lizard has the ability to alter its coloration to blend in with the foliage.

This option is correct; however, it is identical to Option D, suggesting redundancy in the choices. Both sentences are grammatically correct.

B) The lizard has the ability to altar its coloration to blend in with the foliage.

This option is incorrect because the word "altar" refers to a structure used in religious practices, not a term that denotes changing or modifying something. The proper term in this context is "alter."

C) The lizard has the ability to alter it's coloration to blend in with the foliage.

This option is incorrect due to the misuse of "it's," which is a contraction for "it is" or "it has." The correct word should be "its," which indicates possession.

D) The lizard has the ability to alter its coloration to blend in with the foliage.

This option is correct as it appropriately uses "alter" to indicate change and "its" to show possession regarding the lizard's coloration.

Conclusion

Option D is definitively correct as it employs the appropriate terms "alter" and "its" in the context of the sentence. Options B and C contain grammatical errors that render them incorrect, while Option A, despite being correct, is redundant since it mirrors the correct answer. Thus, Option D stands out as the clear and accurate choice.