PSAT Reading Question 624: Answer and Explanation
Question: 624
Based on lines 82–90, what aspect of society is Zenobia most eager to reform?
- A. Xenophobic universities
- B. Widespread economic corruption
- C. Antiquated gender roles
- D. Environmental negligence
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
(C) Zenobia is most interested in the "relation between the sexes" when it comes to social reform. So she is most interested in reforming antiquated gender roles. No evidence is given that her primary reform objective is to change universities that are hostile toward foreigners as listed in choice (A), problems with economic fairness as described in choice (B), or destruction of the environment as shown in choice (D).