PSAT Reading Question 167: Answer and Explanation

Question: 167

Which claim does Clinton make in her speech?

• A. The conference itself is a model of nondiscrimination toward women.
• B. Democracy cannot prosper unless women can participate fully in it.
• C. Women's rights are restricted globally by the demands on them as parents.
• D. Women are being forced to provide income for their families as a result of sexism.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

Difficulty: Hard

Category: Detail

Getting to the Answer: Be careful to assess not only what topics are mentioned but also how Clinton discusses them. Choice (B) is supported by the passage, which claims in lines 6–8: "Women must enjoy the right to participate fully in the social and political lives of their countries if we want freedom and democracy to thrive and endure."