PSAT Writing and Language Question 698: Answer and Explanation

Question: 698

What is the best placement of the phrase-underlined word in its sentence?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. before "glob"
• C. before "flattened"
• D. before "proper"

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

(A) "Traditionally" should be left where it is since it provides an overall introduction to the way glass used to be made. Choice (B) would change the meaning of "bowl-shaped glob," choice (C) would limit the "tradition" to the flattening process, and choice (D) would limit the "tradition" to the shaping and sizing of the glass.