PSAT Writing and Language Question 170: Answer and Explanation

Question: 170

Which sentence would serve as the most effective introduction to the paragraph?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. During the mission, Kranz stood out as a pillar of strength in the chaos of the command center.
• C. Kranz earned the badges of honor that now adorned his vest.
• D. Kranz possessed more years of experience than anyone in the control center.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

Difficulty: Hard

Category: Development: Introductions and Conclusions

Getting to the Answer: Read the paragraph and summarize the main idea to predict an answer. Then, look for an answer that matches your prediction. Choice (B) correctly establishes that Kranz stood out as a leader in a time of crisis.