PSAT Writing and Language Question 722: Answer and Explanation

Question: 722

Where is the most logical placement of this sentence in the previous paragraph?

"From a linguistic standpoint, the 'Lay' is endlessly fascinating."

• A. Before sentence [1]
• B. Before sentence [2]
• C. Before sentence [3]
• D. After sentence [3]

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

(A) Placing this sentence at the beginning of the paragraph introduces the overall topic of the paragraph, namely what is interesting linguistically about the poem. If the sentence is not placed in this position, the paragraph would begin without a clarification of its subject.