Digital PSAT Reading and Writing Practice Question 43: Answer and Explanation

Question: 43

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:

■ The French Legion of Honor is an award for great personal and professional merit.

■ This award is given to both military and non-military recipients.

■ Following similar categories to ranks of chivalry, the Legion of Honor was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802.

■ The American Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration in the United States.

■ The Medal of Honor was established during the U.S. Civil War to recognize those who distinguished themselves with acts of bravery.

The student wants to describe a difference between the general types of recipients of the Medal of Honor and Legion of Honor. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

• A. Though the Medal of Honor is given to members of the military, the Legion of Honor is given only to citizens who are not in the armed forces.
• B. While both military and non-military persons can receive the Legion of Honor, the Medal of Honor is given to military recipients.
• C. The French Legion of Honor was established at an earlier historical date than the U.S. Medal of Honor.
• D. The U.S. Medal of Honor deemphasizes recognition of accomplishment, while the French Legion of Honor seeks to reestablish a medieval feudal order.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

(B) This option accurately points out that there is a general difference between the possible recipients of the two honors since civilians are only eligible for the Legion of Honor. The other options do not accurately reflect the information in the notes.