PSAT Reading Question 637: Answer and Explanation

Question: 637

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

• A. Lines 28–33 ("Although . . . Europe")
• B. Lines 47–52 ("By far . . . Europe")
• C. Lines 52–56 ("Though . . . former")
• D. Lines 56–59 ("By the . . . style")

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) These lines best support the claim that Fraktur lettering balanced elegance with functionalism. The other choices establish that Fraktur was widespread but do not explain what advantages caused it to have this popularity.