PSAT Reading Question 182: Answer and Explanation

Question: 182

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

• A. Lines 13–15 ("After careful... long neck")
• B. Lines 53–56 ("Scientists also... fish")
• C. Lines 59–61 ("Unlike... front legs")
• D. Lines 72–78 ("The sketches... past")

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

Difficulty: Medium

Category: Command of Evidence

Getting to the Answer: Some answer choices may seem important. However, if they don't support your answer to the previous question, they aren't what you should choose. Choice (B) is correct. The author's use of the word "significant" in this quote shows that he or she thinks the study of fossils and ancient life is important.