PSAT Writing and Language Question 397: Answer and Explanation

Question: 397

What is the most logical placement of the underlined sentence in this paragraph?

• A. Where it is now
• B. Before sentence 1
• C. Before sentence 2
• D. Before sentence 3

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) This sentence should be placed before sentence 2 because it provides a logical transition after sentence 1, which states that the English teacher helped the narrator become interested once again in reading. Without having this sentence moved to this place, the paragraph would not have a clear elaboration on how the teacher accomplished this shift in the narrator's attitude. All of the other options would prevent this clear elaboration from taking place.