PSAT 8 9 Writing And Language Test

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Questions 1–10 are based on the following passage. Expanding Europe’s Understanding In 1295, Italian explorer and trader Marco Polo returned to his home of Venice after 24 years of travel along the Silk Road to China. He brought with him precious gems—such as [1] diamonds, rubies, and, sapphires—as well as a Chinese navigation device: the compass. Polo also [2] carried, alongside the diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and compass , knowledge he had [3] gained; from his journey east. He introduced the ideas of paper currency and burning coal for heat, and he showed Europeans that their societies were not the only advanced civilizations. [4] 1.

two weeks diamonds, rubies, and NO CHANGE Sadly, a complete and accurate account of Polo’s tales no longer exists.

Correct Answer:

diamonds, rubies, and

Explanation:

Correct answer: diamonds, rubies, and

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