PSAT Writing and Language Question 466: Answer and Explanation

Question: 466

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. for
• C. by
• D. in order to

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) Notice the context of what we're attempting to connect: it is cause and effect. When we paraphrase, it is, "Harry and his friends must defeat horcruxes so that Lord Voldemort can be defeated." The best cause-and-effect transition here (to substitute for so that) is "in order to." Choice (A) expresses our intended sentiment, but it does so in a manner that is far too wordy. Choices (B) and (C) neglect cause and effect entirely.