PSAT Reading Question 161: Answer and Explanation

Question: 161

What is the primary purpose of the passage?

• A. To chastise those who have prevented women from attending the conference
• B. To argue that women continue to experience discrimination
• C. To explain that human rights are of more concern than women's rights
• D. To encourage people to think of women's rights as an issue important to all

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

Difficulty: Easy

Category: Global

Getting to the Answer: Consider the word choices Clinton uses throughout her speech. Notice any recurring themes. Choice (D) is the correct answer. Clinton says that working to improve the lives of women will improve others' lives as well.