SAT English Practice Question

The author makes a clear contrast between the two people’s lives by describing the activities that they typically engage in. In the first paragraph, the author suggests that the former astronaut is often busy with many things that require her to be on the move. In the second paragraph, the author describes the other person as leading a more settled existence, one that is primarily focused on his work. This is a common pattern in writing. Writers will often use contrast to help readers understand the differences between two people, places, or ideas. How does the author use contrast to help the reader understand the two people’s lives?

1. A.describing each person’s unique personality and background.
2. B.explaining how each person has benefited from their life experiences.
3. C.showing how each person spends their time in different ways.
4. D.comparing the ways that each person has overcome challenges.