PSAT Reading Question 183: Answer and Explanation

Question: 183

As used in line 37, the phrase "against all odds" most nearly means

• A. by contrast.
• B. at the exact same time.
• C. to their dismay.
• D. despite low probability.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

Difficulty: Medium

Category: Vocab-in-Context

Getting to the Answer: Though more than one answer choice might seem acceptable, one comes closest to meaning the same as the phrase in question. Earlier in the paragraph, the author explains that two different bones gathered at different times both had a red line coursing through them. This means that the bones were from the same animal. Choice (D) fits best. "Against all odds" most nearly means "despite low probability."