PSAT Reading Question 181: Answer and Explanation

Question: 181

Based on the information in the passage, the author would most likely agree that

• A. aquatic dinosaurs were more vicious than dinosaurs that lived on land.
• B. too much emphasis is placed on creating realistic models of ancient dinosaurs.
• C. most mysteries presented by randomly found fossils are unlikely to be solved.
• D. the study of fossils and ancient life provides important scientific insights.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

Difficulty: Medium

Category: Inference

Getting to the Answer: Think about the overall message of the passage and consider why the author would choose to write about this topic. The author's tone, or attitude, toward the topic of the passage demonstrates the point of view that the study of fossils and ancient life has value. Choice (D) is the correct answer. The evidence in the passage supports the idea that the author thinks the study of fossils and ancient life is important.