PSAT Reading Question 150: Answer and Explanation

Question: 150

As used in line 84, "particulars" most nearly means

• A. data.
• B. specifics.
• C. points.
• D. evidence.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

Difficulty: Easy

Category: Vocab-in-Context

Getting to the Answer: Reread the sentence and replace "particulars" with each answer choice. Though the answer choices are similar in meaning to a certain degree, one of them makes the most sense when substituted for "particulars." In this context, "particulars" most nearly means "specifics"; therefore, (B) is the correct answer.