PSAT Reading Question 629: Answer and Explanation

Question: 629

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

• A. Lines 28–31 ("And there . . . progress")
• B. Lines 33–36 ("Freedom . . . leaving us")
• C. Lines 36–41 ("I want . . . distance")
• D. Lines 42–45 ("I know . . . Berlin")

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) Lines 42–45 best support the idea that Kennedy admires the people of West Berlin for their excellent resolve. The other line selections do not provide direct evidence of this idea.