PSAT Writing and Language Question 720: Answer and Explanation

Question: 720

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. certain to be the most ancient of the two,
• C. certainly the ancient,
• D. certainly the more ancient,

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) This option does not have unnecessary wording and also provides a needed pause before the second part of the sentence. It also provides an appropriate comparison between the two things by using the word "more." The word "most" is incorrect because it is used to compare three or more things. Choice (C) does not provide a comparison since it lacks any comparative words.