In hot weather I like lying in the . . . . . . of a tree.

The correct answer is D. shade.

A shadow is an area of darkness created by an object blocking light. A shelter is a structure that provides protection from the elements. Protection is the act of keeping someone or something safe from harm. Shade is a dark area created by something blocking the sun’s rays.

In hot weather, I like lying in the shade of a tree because it is cooler and more comfortable than being in the direct sunlight. The shade of a tree provides a break from the heat and allows me to relax and cool down.