PSAT Prep: Reading & Writing

What is the impact of innovative filming techniques on audience engagement?

• They have no effect on audience engagement.

• They can enhance audience engagement by creating unique visual experiences that draw viewers into the narrative.

• They make films longer and more complex, which can confuse viewers.

• They reduce the need for a compelling story, as visuals take precedence.

What is an example of a logical transition in writing?

• for example

• in addition

• however

• to illustrate

What is the purpose of using a transition word in a sentence?

• To introduce a new topic

• To connect ideas and provide clarity in writing, guiding the reader through the text.

• To summarize the main points of a paragraph

• To add unnecessary complexity to the sentence.

What does it mean to 'conserve wilderness areas'?

• To protect and preserve natural environments from development and degradation.

• To develop natural environments for tourism and recreation.

• To remove all human activity from natural environments.

• To cultivate and farm wilderness areas for food production.

What does it mean to 'amplify voices' in journalism?

• To silence the opinions of the majority.

• To highlight and give attention to the perspectives and experiences of marginalized or underrepresented groups.

• To focus solely on celebrity news and gossip.

• To promote only the views of powerful individuals.

What is the importance of using specific details in writing?

• Specific details enhance clarity and engagement, allowing readers to visualize and understand the content more deeply.

• Specific details are unnecessary and can complicate the writing process.

• Specific details should be avoided to maintain brevity in writing.

• Specific details only serve to confuse the reader and detract from the main point.

What is the significance of the year 1947 in the context of film history?

• It marks the beginning of the silent film era.

• It is the year when color films became popular.

• 1947 is significant in film history as it marks the release of influential films and the evolution of cinematic techniques.

• It was the year when the first feature-length animated film was released.

What does 'vowed' mean in the context of a promise?

• To make a casual remark

• To make a serious promise or commitment to do something.

• To express doubt about something

• To ignore a commitment

What is the role of an artist in society?

• An artist primarily creates commercial products for profit.

• An artist often reflects cultural values, challenges societal norms, and inspires change through their creative expressions.

• An artist's role is to entertain audiences without any deeper meaning.

• An artist is responsible for teaching technical skills to aspiring creators.

What is the function of a menu in a space mission?

• To ensure astronauts receive balanced nutrition and variety in their meals during their time in space.

• To provide entertainment options for astronauts during long missions.

• To list the scientific experiments scheduled for the mission.

• To outline the daily exercise routines for astronauts.