PSAT Reading Question 598: Answer and Explanation

Question: 598

Which option gives the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

• A. Lines 7–13 ("Imagining . . . for you")
• B. Lines 14–17 ("Having emerged . . . world")
• C. Lines 27–31 ("I should . . . first")
• D. Lines 35–40 ("Since . . . writing")

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

(B) See the explanation for question 30. Lines 14–17 mention "having emerged from the poverty . . . to a state of affluence." This is evidence that Franklin's personal situation "improved greatly over his lifetime."