Passage Summary: Most animals suffer when humans move into their territory, but this specific bird, the Mississippi kite, is actually doing better in human towns than in the wild.

Reasoning: Human settlement usually endangers wildlife, yet the Mississippi kite flourishes in settled areas and grows faster in towns than in rural settings.

Analysis: We are looking for a 'bridge' piece of information that explains why this bird is the exception to the rule. The paradox is that human presence is usually a negative, but for this bird, it is a positive. A good explanation will likely point to a specific resource found in human settlements—such as a lack of natural predators, an abundance of a specific food source, or better nesting conditions—that the bird utilizes. Look for an answer that provides a unique benefit the kite gains from living near people.