PSAT Writing and Language Question 610: Answer and Explanation

Question: 610

Which choice would best express the firm determination of Frick to accomplish his goal?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. using force only rarely.
• C. any means necessary.
• D. focusing energetically.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) "Firm determination" involves not letting anything get in one's way of accomplishing a goal. Saying that one will use "any means necessary" best conveys this desire to do what one wants, no matter the consequences. The other options do not express the strength of will that choice (C) does.