PSAT Reading Question 179: Answer and Explanation

Question: 179

Both passages support which generalization about tea?

• A. Tea drinking in Europe is less ritualized than in China.
• B. Coffee was once more popular in Europe than tea was.
• C. India grows a great deal of tea.
• D. Tea is a staple of European households.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

Difficulty: Medium

Category: Inference

Getting to the Answer: For this question, you're looking for a statement that is reflected in both passages. Choice (D) is the only choice supported by both passages.