PSAT Reading Question 516: Answer and Explanation

Question: 516

As used in line 30, "raw" most closely means

• A. unprocessed.
• B. primal.
• C. uncooked.
• D. inflamed.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) In this case, "raw" is referring to the edges of the wound. The author means raw as in damaged or inflamed, as is expected after the inflammatory stage, choice (D). Choice (A) is incorrect because although it is a definition of the word "raw," it refers to materials rather than a wound. Choice (B) doesn't work because the skin isn't primitive. Choice (C) is a common definition of raw, but it refers more to uncooked food rather than to a wound.