PSAT Writing and Language Question 331: Answer and Explanation

Question: 331

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. draw
• C. interpret
• D. announce

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Vocabulary is changing in the answer choices, so this question is testing precision of word choice. Look for a word with a definition that is consistent with the other ideas in the sentence. The sentence mentions fine details shown in the paintings, so the correct word should mean "show" or "portray." Depict means "show," so keep (A). While draw means "illustrate," which is close to "show," it is not appropriate to say that the paintings draw. Eliminate (B). Interpret means "understand," which doesn't match "show." A painting cannot interpret something—only a person can. Eliminate (C). Announce means "make known," which doesn't match "show" in this context. Eliminate (D). Choice (A) makes the meaning of the sentence most precise. The correct answer is (A).