PSAT Reading Comprehension

Question 1

What is the main idea of the passage?

Accepted Answer

The primary point or theme of the passage

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The author’s personal opinions.

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The specific details supporting the argument.

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The tone and style used by the author.

Question 2

What is the tone of the passage?

Accepted Answer

The author’s attitude towards the topic

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Neutral and objective.

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Sarcastic or critical.

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Friendly and informal.

Question 3

What is the meaning of the word 'resilient' as used in the passage?

Accepted Answer

Able to withstand or recover quickly

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Fragile and weak.

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Easily broken or damaged.

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Stubborn and unyielding.

Question 4

How does the author support their argument?

Accepted Answer

By presenting statistical data and expert opinions.

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Through personal anecdotes.

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By making generalizations without supporting facts.

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By using humor and rhetorical questions.

Question 5

What is the author’s perspective on the issue?

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The author strongly supports one side of the issue.

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Neutral with no personal opinion.

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The author is confused and uncertain.

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The author tries to present both sides equally.

Question 6

What can be inferred about the character in the story?

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The character faces challenges but shows resilience.

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The character is always truthful.

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The character is weak and incapable of overcoming obstacles.

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The character prefers to avoid conflict at all costs.

Question 7

What is the author's purpose in writing the passage?

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To inform and educate the reader on a specific topic.

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To entertain the reader with humorous anecdotes.

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To criticize and mock the audience.

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To express the author’s personal emotions.

Question 8

Which of the following is a key detail that supports the author’s argument?

Accepted Answer

Statistical evidence that backs up the author's claims.

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An emotional plea from the author.

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A personal story that doesn’t relate to the topic.

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A vague, unrelated statement.

Question 9

What is the conclusion of the passage?

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The conclusion reinforces the main argument and leaves the reader with a lasting impression.

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The conclusion suggests further research is needed.

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The conclusion introduces a new unrelated topic.

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The conclusion provides no clear takeaway.