Digital PSAT Reading and Writing Practice Question 117: Answer and Explanation

Question: 117

_______________ the Parthenon is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, enticing millions of people each year and warranting an ongoing restoration project currently in its third decade.

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

  • A. In the contemporary world in which we reside,
  • B. In the world of today,
  • C. Contemptuously,
  • D. Today,

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) This choice concisely expresses the intended idea. Choices (A) and (B) are too wordy. Choice (C) likely wants to say something along the lines of contemporary, but the word given actually means "with contempt."

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