PSAT Writing and Language Question 105: Answer and Explanation

Question: 105

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. chancy
• C. blessed
• D. charmed

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

A

Vocabulary changes in the answer choices, so this question tests precision of word choice. Look for a word with a definition that is consistent with the other ideas in the sentence. The sentence says the inability to work was a good thing for Rodgers's great passion, so the correct word should mean "fortunate." Keep (A) because fortuitous means "fortunate." Eliminate (B) because chancy means "risky." Eliminate (C) because blessed means "holy." Eliminate (D) because charmed means "unusually lucky" or "privileged," which goes further than just "fortunate." The correct answer is (A).