16Hit1600
Craft and StructureEasyWord for soup that needs diluting

Craft and Structure practice question

The soup was so ____ that we added water to it.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

  1. A. saltyCorrect
  2. B. cold
  3. C. thin
  4. D. sweet

Answer: A. salty

Water dilutes salt.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. cold
Cold soup is heated, not watered.
C. thin
Thin soup would not need more water.
D. sweet
Water would not fix sweetness.

More Craft and Structure questions

Not affiliated with the College Board. SAT is a trademark of the College Board.