PSAT Writing and Language Question 143: Answer and Explanation

Question: 143

At this point, the writer wants to add a conclusion that best reflects Jane’s feelings conveyed in the passage. Which choice accomplishes that?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. It takes a good deal of work and expense to identify DNA in the world of modern forensics.
• C. She takes pride in the fact that her scientific expertise plays such a key role in bringing criminals to justice.
• D. She marvels at how far science has come in DNA analysis.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

C

Difficulty: Hard

Category: Development: Introductions and Conclusions

Getting to the Answer: Decide which sentence sounds like the most appropriate way to conclude the passage. The rhetorical question currently in the passage, choice (A), introduces an opinion that the passage never reveals; there is no sign that Jane Saunders would feel this way. Likewise, there is no indication in the passage of how expensive modern DNA analysis is, choice (B), nor that Saunders marvels about how far science has come in DNA analysis, choice (D). Choice (C) is the correct answer; it presents a fairly natural way for Saunders to feel given her accomplishments for the day.