PSAT Reading Question 525: Answer and Explanation

Question: 525

As used in line 45, "grand" most nearly means

• A. vast.
• B. imposing.
• C. lavish.
• D. prime.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) The sentence that follows indicates that she was "poor." Therefore, it makes the most sense that she did not live in a luxurious or "lavish" way. "Vast" relates to size, "imposing" relates to intimidation, and "prime" relates to high quality but not necessarily luxury.