PSAT Reading Question 572: Answer and Explanation

Question: 572

What is the purpose of lines 15–24?

• A. To analyze a character's motivations
• B. To summarize the major point of the paragraph
• C. To describe a character's professional tasks
• D. To consider a likely objection by the reader

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) Lines 17–24 describe Jurgis's job description. These lines "describe a character's professional tasks." We see nothing of personal motivation, as in choice (A). The major point of the paragraph is actually that Jurgis has a job and he is thrilled to do it, which makes choice (B) incorrect. These lines have nothing to do with the objection of the reader, as seen in choice (D).