PSAT Writing and Language Practice Question 421

Question: 421

Picking a good birthday present for my friend Sarah is nearly impossible. 1 Irregardless of what I buy her—be it new clothing, electronics, or even concert tickets—she never seems satisfied. Perhaps this is because Sarah is the girl 2 whom has nearly everything already. She makes enough money from her job such that if 3 there is an item she really wants, she will simply 4 buy them for herself. Even a gift card causes a hostile reaction from her—"why did you get 5 her something that I can only use at one store?"

In the gift exchange this year, I could get Sarah, Bethany, or my Mother, but I 6 was worried I could have 7 her. Purchasing a present for Bethany is far easier 8 than Sarah.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) Immediately after the underlined portion, it says "currently," indicating that this should be in the present tense. Choice (D), "am," is the only option in the present tense.

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