What is China's global rank in wine consumption according to the material?

• A. #2 largest
• B. #5 largest
• C. #1 largest
• D. #3 largest

Answer: (B)

Global ranking in wine consumption is based on the total amount of wine consumed in a country each year, not how much is produced or per‑person use. According to the material, China sits fifth in the world for wine consumption by volume. This means four countries drink more wine in total than China, reflecting a combination of a large population and rising interest in wine in China. The four countries that typically precede China are the United States, France, Italy, and Germany, which explains why China is positioned just behind them in total consumption. Keep in mind that per‑capita consumption in China can be much lower than in those top countries, but the overall volume is boosted by its large population and growing market.