PSAT Writing and Language Question 704: Answer and Explanation

Question: 704

The writer wants to complete this description of the process with a third phrase that will contrast this process with what follows in the sentence. What choice best accomplishes the writer's goal?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. consistently dependable
• C. remarkably fast
• D. painstakingly challenging

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(C) Doing something "remarkably fast" is the best contrast with "laborious" since "laborious" means "involving a great deal of work." Choices (A) and (B) repeat ideas already mentioned in the sentence. Choice (D) does not provide the needed contrast with the second part of the sentence.