What was the endangered species act of 1973 about?

Which of these would be most likely a result of the Endangered Species Act?

• In 1973, Congress enacted the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to protect plants and animals from extinction. Many methods are used for protection. Residential or commercial development ...show more

• Answer:

  This is a tricky question. I believe the most correct answer is "Many methods are used for protection. Residential or commercial development may be banned in an area that is set aside to protect animal or plant life." The ESA established procedures for listing species as endangered or threatened. It also prohibited development in areas that would put these populations in danger. This is a focal point in the act. As for the second option, "People may reintroduce endangered species to a protected area in hopes of increasing the animals' numbers." I cannot find any mention of this in the act, so it is out. The third option " In addition, laws limiting or prohibiting hunting, fishing, and similar sports are strictly enforced." is mentioned in the act. It prohibits the "taking" of a listed species. The word "taking" has an expanded meaning. It means "to harass harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture or collect..." The ESA did not set limits for taking these species, so I would think this answer oversteps the act. Good luck and I hope I helped.