Question 22 - ESL Reading Skills Practice Test for the ACCUPLACER Test

Most people think that rice must be grown in warm areas, but there is a type of rice that is common to northern states. In fact, wild rice is the state grain of Minnesota. Wild rice grows well in cold climates and in deep water. This type of rice is darker in color than white rice and is full of protein. Many Minnesotans prefer wild rice because of its nutty flavor.

In the last sentence, the word “its” refers to: