PSAT Reading Question 205: Answer and Explanation

Question: 205

In the second paragraph of the passage, the author describes, "She sighed." What does this detail reveal?

• A. The interviewer asked the author to include details about what Green did during the interview.
• B. The interviewer noticed Green's boredom during the interview.
• C. Green is tired about talking to the author of the article.
• D. Green is upset about having to work harder to make up for student bias.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D. The author is describing Green's frustration about the topic of student bias. The detail is meant to convey to the audience how Green is responding to the survey questions beyond mere quotes. See Lesson: Main Ideas, Topic Sentences, and Supporting Details.