Practice Verbal Ability questions on Paragraph Formation, covering jumbled paragraphs, sentence sequencing, logical flow, introductory and concluding sentences, and arranging ideas into a coherent passage. Takes about 20–25 minutes and is useful for placement tests, TCS NQT, SSC, banking and MBA entrance exams.
Question 1
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. With all the bid information being available and tracked online, corruption has considerably reduced.
B. Today, most i.e. over ninety five percent household, in the city enjoy broadband connection.
C. All city contracts are now bid for online.
D. Over twenty years ago, the city government, central government and the private sector made a concerted effort to shift the economy to include IT.
E. As our cities expand and become more complex, such a system will make governance more manageable.
F. This level of connectedness has changed not only the city’s economy but also how it is governed and how business is conducted.
A. With all the bid information being available and tracked online, corruption has considerably reduced.
B. Today, most i.e. over ninety five percent household, in the city enjoy broadband connection.
C. All city contracts are now bid for online.
D. Over twenty years ago, the city government, central government and the private sector made a concerted effort to shift the economy to include IT.
E. As our cities expand and become more complex, such a system will make governance more manageable.
F. This level of connectedness has changed not only the city’s economy but also how it is governed and how business is conducted.
Explanation
D says the effort was made over twenty years ago, B says today most homes have broadband, F says this connectedness changed things, C says contracts are bid online, A says corruption is reduced, and E concludes. So the order is DBFCAE.
Option B is wrong because DBFACE places corruption before the bidding online.
Option C is wrong because DFBAEC starts with "This level of connectedness" before it is given.
Option D is wrong because DBACEF puts A before C, but the online bidding must come first.
Option B is wrong because DBFACE places corruption before the bidding online.
Option C is wrong because DFBAEC starts with "This level of connectedness" before it is given.
Option D is wrong because DBACEF puts A before C, but the online bidding must come first.
Question 2
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. They take the path of revolt.
B. When the father says, “Don’t watch so much television,” the child is inclined to watch more of it.
C. Mental tension is common in people who have a strong urge for self-expression.
D. For instance, if parents place restriction on their children according to what they feel will benefit the children, the latter always revolt.
E. This is a general phenomenon in people who develop peculiar behavioral patterns when their urge is denied.
F. They feel that their freedom is being unnecessarily curtailed.
A. They take the path of revolt.
B. When the father says, “Don’t watch so much television,” the child is inclined to watch more of it.
C. Mental tension is common in people who have a strong urge for self-expression.
D. For instance, if parents place restriction on their children according to what they feel will benefit the children, the latter always revolt.
E. This is a general phenomenon in people who develop peculiar behavioral patterns when their urge is denied.
F. They feel that their freedom is being unnecessarily curtailed.
Explanation
C says mental tension is common when the urge is denied, E calls this a general phenomenon, A says they revolt, D gives an example, F says how they feel, and B gives a specific case. So the order is CEADFB.
Option A is wrong because CAEDBF puts the revolt before the general phenomenon.
Option C is wrong because ADFCEB starts with "They take the path of revolt", which has no earlier noun.
Option D is wrong because ABCDFE starts with "They take the path of revolt", which has no earlier noun.
Option A is wrong because CAEDBF puts the revolt before the general phenomenon.
Option C is wrong because ADFCEB starts with "They take the path of revolt", which has no earlier noun.
Option D is wrong because ABCDFE starts with "They take the path of revolt", which has no earlier noun.
Question 3
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. In such cases, services may get affected immediately, as the links to the ATMs, POS or other electronic networks are brought down.
B. As the systems go out of action, the damaging effects on banking services increase rapidly.
C. The consequential costs of a serious systems failure, therefore, can far exceed the costs of replacing damaged equipment, data or software.
D. Particularly damaging effect is on the environments wherein IT is being used for online, real-time processing.
E. An insufficient processing capacity to cope with the additional load may also lead to suspension of the banking facility unless adequate contingency plan has been specified and tested beforehand.
A. In such cases, services may get affected immediately, as the links to the ATMs, POS or other electronic networks are brought down.
B. As the systems go out of action, the damaging effects on banking services increase rapidly.
C. The consequential costs of a serious systems failure, therefore, can far exceed the costs of replacing damaged equipment, data or software.
D. Particularly damaging effect is on the environments wherein IT is being used for online, real-time processing.
E. An insufficient processing capacity to cope with the additional load may also lead to suspension of the banking facility unless adequate contingency plan has been specified and tested beforehand.
Explanation
B says the damaging effects increase as systems go out of action, D says it is worst for online IT, A says services are affected, E adds processing capacity problems, and C gives the consequence. So the order is BDAEC.
Option A is wrong because ABEDC starts with "In such cases", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because CEADB starts with the consequence, before the causes.
Option D is wrong because ABCDE starts with "In such cases", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option A is wrong because ABEDC starts with "In such cases", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because CEADB starts with the consequence, before the causes.
Option D is wrong because ABCDE starts with "In such cases", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 4
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Such rights and obligations under the special relationship are mandates and power of attorney.
B. These have been vested by the law of the country.
C. The account holder is authorized to operate the account through a third person, in addition to himself, by suitable authority for one-time basis and/or also for various functions through a power of attorney.
D. There are various rights of a banker.
E. Such power of attorney is either general or specific in nature.
F. Along with the rights, there are certain obligations to which a banker is required to fulfill.
A. Such rights and obligations under the special relationship are mandates and power of attorney.
B. These have been vested by the law of the country.
C. The account holder is authorized to operate the account through a third person, in addition to himself, by suitable authority for one-time basis and/or also for various functions through a power of attorney.
D. There are various rights of a banker.
E. Such power of attorney is either general or specific in nature.
F. Along with the rights, there are certain obligations to which a banker is required to fulfill.
Explanation
D says a banker has rights, F says there are obligations too, B says these are vested by law, A names the rights and obligations, C explains the power of attorney, and E says it is general or specific. So the order is DFBACE.
Option B is wrong because FACEDB starts with obligations before the rights.
Option C is wrong because DAFBCE puts A before the obligations are introduced.
Option D is wrong because FCBDAE starts with obligations before the rights.
Option B is wrong because FACEDB starts with obligations before the rights.
Option C is wrong because DAFBCE puts A before the obligations are introduced.
Option D is wrong because FCBDAE starts with obligations before the rights.
Question 5
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Man, is constantly trying to run after knowledge and answers to the various questions that arise in his mind.
B. To satisfy his thirst for knowledge and information he can always turn to books for help.
C. The human mind is rational and does not take things for guaranteed.
D. If we read books that are trash, we are liable to be corrupted by them.
E. It is important to selective about the kind of book that one decides to read.
F. Reading substandard material is simply a waste of time.
A. Man, is constantly trying to run after knowledge and answers to the various questions that arise in his mind.
B. To satisfy his thirst for knowledge and information he can always turn to books for help.
C. The human mind is rational and does not take things for guaranteed.
D. If we read books that are trash, we are liable to be corrupted by them.
E. It is important to selective about the kind of book that one decides to read.
F. Reading substandard material is simply a waste of time.
Explanation
C says the human mind is rational, A says man tries to find answers, B says he turns to books, E says one must be selective, D says why, and F says the waste of time. So the order is CABEDF.
Option B is wrong because CADBEF puts the corrupting books before the turn to books.
Option C is wrong because ABCDFE starts with man running after knowledge before the mind is introduced.
Option D is wrong because CABDFE puts the reason before the advice to be selective.
Option B is wrong because CADBEF puts the corrupting books before the turn to books.
Option C is wrong because ABCDFE starts with man running after knowledge before the mind is introduced.
Option D is wrong because CABDFE puts the reason before the advice to be selective.
Question 6
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. On the advice of the Technical Advisory Committee on Child Labor, the government in September 2008, notified the inclusion of one Occupation and eight processes in the list of Hazardous Occupations and Processes.
B. The Act also regulates employment of children in non-hazardous occupations and processes.
C. Further, on the recommendations of the Technical Advisory Committee on Child Labor, the government has shown its intention, vide notification dated 7th June 2010, to add two more occupations, viz Circus and Caring of elephants, to the Schedule listing of occupations where employment of children is prohibited.
D. As per the Child Labor Act, employment of children below the age of 14 years is prohibited in notified hazardous occupations and processes.
E. Some of the important prohibited occupations and processes are carpet weaving, building and construction work, brick kilns, production of hosier goods etc.
F. There are at present 16 hazardous occupations and 65 processes, where employment of children is prohibited.
A. On the advice of the Technical Advisory Committee on Child Labor, the government in September 2008, notified the inclusion of one Occupation and eight processes in the list of Hazardous Occupations and Processes.
B. The Act also regulates employment of children in non-hazardous occupations and processes.
C. Further, on the recommendations of the Technical Advisory Committee on Child Labor, the government has shown its intention, vide notification dated 7th June 2010, to add two more occupations, viz Circus and Caring of elephants, to the Schedule listing of occupations where employment of children is prohibited.
D. As per the Child Labor Act, employment of children below the age of 14 years is prohibited in notified hazardous occupations and processes.
E. Some of the important prohibited occupations and processes are carpet weaving, building and construction work, brick kilns, production of hosier goods etc.
F. There are at present 16 hazardous occupations and 65 processes, where employment of children is prohibited.
Explanation
D states the Act. B says it also regulates non-hazardous work, F gives the present number, E gives examples, A gives the 2008 notification and C gives the later proposal. So the order is DBFEAC.
Option B is wrong because ABCEFD starts with the 2008 advice before the Act is introduced.
Option C is wrong because DBFCEA puts the proposal before the examples and the 2008 notification.
Option D is wrong because CEDFBA starts with "Further", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option B is wrong because ABCEFD starts with the 2008 advice before the Act is introduced.
Option C is wrong because DBFCEA puts the proposal before the examples and the 2008 notification.
Option D is wrong because CEDFBA starts with "Further", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 7
The question below consists of seven sentences marked A, B, C, D, E, F and G. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. People thoroughly dedicated to social service but not fulfilling the eligibility requirements would not be able to contest elections.
B. Those who fulfill the stipulated criteria of age and formal education may not be necessarily devoted to social service.
C. Thus, this system has both advantages and disadvantages.
D. Therefore, imposing such eligibility requirements is likely to be counter-productive.
E. In certain democratic countries, elections can be contested by anybody.
F. So, people would be deprived of the probable benefit accrued from services of such people.
G. There are no eligibility requirements of formal education and upper age limit stipulated in their Constitution.
A. People thoroughly dedicated to social service but not fulfilling the eligibility requirements would not be able to contest elections.
B. Those who fulfill the stipulated criteria of age and formal education may not be necessarily devoted to social service.
C. Thus, this system has both advantages and disadvantages.
D. Therefore, imposing such eligibility requirements is likely to be counter-productive.
E. In certain democratic countries, elections can be contested by anybody.
F. So, people would be deprived of the probable benefit accrued from services of such people.
G. There are no eligibility requirements of formal education and upper age limit stipulated in their Constitution.
Explanation
E says elections in some countries can be contested by anybody, G gives the reason, A says that dedicated people without eligibility would not be able to contest in other systems, F says people would be deprived of their services, B gives the other side, D gives the conclusion, and C sums up. So the order is EGAFBDC.
Option A is wrong because ABDCEGF starts with a case before the topic is introduced.
Option C is wrong because EAGBDFC puts A before the statement of no eligibility requirements.
Option D is wrong because BDEGAFC starts with "Those who fulfill...", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option A is wrong because ABDCEGF starts with a case before the topic is introduced.
Option C is wrong because EAGBDFC puts A before the statement of no eligibility requirements.
Option D is wrong because BDEGAFC starts with "Those who fulfill...", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 8
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. But I think a better definition of happiness is ‘the capacity for enjoyment.’
B. Turning to adults, ask any adult what he means by happiness and you will find a puzzled face for a moment.
C. In the teen age years, the concept of happiness changes to enjoyment and pleasure.
D. Because the more we can enjoy what we have, the happier we are.
E. The meaning of the word happiness changes with growing years, for a child happiness has magical quality.
F. Leave the puzzled face and refer to a dictionary it defines happy as ‘lucky; or ‘fortunate.’
A. But I think a better definition of happiness is ‘the capacity for enjoyment.’
B. Turning to adults, ask any adult what he means by happiness and you will find a puzzled face for a moment.
C. In the teen age years, the concept of happiness changes to enjoyment and pleasure.
D. Because the more we can enjoy what we have, the happier we are.
E. The meaning of the word happiness changes with growing years, for a child happiness has magical quality.
F. Leave the puzzled face and refer to a dictionary it defines happy as ‘lucky; or ‘fortunate.’
Explanation
E says the meaning of happiness changes with age, C talks about teenagers, B turns to adults, F refers to the dictionary, A gives the better definition and D gives the reason. So the order is ECBFAD.
Option A is wrong because ABCDEF starts with "But", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because FADCBE starts with the dictionary before the topic is introduced.
Option D is wrong because AEBCDF starts with "But", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option A is wrong because ABCDEF starts with "But", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because FADCBE starts with the dictionary before the topic is introduced.
Option D is wrong because AEBCDF starts with "But", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 9
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Miss Seema arrived at Bharti’s home when Bharti was six.
B. The deaf and blind Bharti learned to communicate verbally.
C. But, eventually Miss Seema’s effort was rewarded.
D. Before Bharti was two years old, she lost her sight and her hearing.
E. Miss Seema worked closely with Bharti, her new student.
F. At times, the teacher became frustrated.
A. Miss Seema arrived at Bharti’s home when Bharti was six.
B. The deaf and blind Bharti learned to communicate verbally.
C. But, eventually Miss Seema’s effort was rewarded.
D. Before Bharti was two years old, she lost her sight and her hearing.
E. Miss Seema worked closely with Bharti, her new student.
F. At times, the teacher became frustrated.
Explanation
D says Bharti lost her sight and hearing, A says Miss Seema arrived, E says she worked with her, F says the teacher was frustrated at times, C says the effort was rewarded, and B says Bharti learned to communicate. So the order is DAEFCB.
Option B is wrong because ABDCEF starts with the arrival before the background.
Option C is wrong because FDEABC starts with the frustration before the story.
Option D is wrong because ADEFBC starts with the arrival before the background.
Option B is wrong because ABDCEF starts with the arrival before the background.
Option C is wrong because FDEABC starts with the frustration before the story.
Option D is wrong because ADEFBC starts with the arrival before the background.
Question 10
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. He explained to the king that the gunny bag full of grains was the real gold that the earth could give, which he had grown with lots of hard work.
B. King Aditya was growing old and decided to handover his kingdom to most deserving of his five sons.
C. He, then told them to use this land and return with gold after six months.
D. King Aditya was impressed and handed over his kingdom to Raviditya.
E. In order to test them he took them to a field and gave a piece of land to each one of them.
F. After six months, all returned empty handed except Raviditya who carried a gunny bag on his shoulder.
A. He explained to the king that the gunny bag full of grains was the real gold that the earth could give, which he had grown with lots of hard work.
B. King Aditya was growing old and decided to handover his kingdom to most deserving of his five sons.
C. He, then told them to use this land and return with gold after six months.
D. King Aditya was impressed and handed over his kingdom to Raviditya.
E. In order to test them he took them to a field and gave a piece of land to each one of them.
F. After six months, all returned empty handed except Raviditya who carried a gunny bag on his shoulder.
Explanation
B introduces the king who wanted to hand over his kingdom. E says he tested his sons, C says what he told them, F says what happened after six months, A says his explanation, and D says he handed over the kingdom. So the order is BECFAD.
Option A is wrong because ABCDEF gives the king's decision before the test.
Option B is wrong because BEDCFA gives the result before the task and the outcome.
Option D is wrong because FACBDE starts with the outcome before the story.
Option A is wrong because ABCDEF gives the king's decision before the test.
Option B is wrong because BEDCFA gives the result before the task and the outcome.
Option D is wrong because FACBDE starts with the outcome before the story.
Question 11
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Kalarippayattu is an ancient martial art of Kerala.
B. There have been several factors responsible for it.
C. It is now considered a dying form of art.
D. Also, the Government has not taken any initiative to preserve it.
E. Lack of infrastructural support has been one reason.
A. Kalarippayattu is an ancient martial art of Kerala.
B. There have been several factors responsible for it.
C. It is now considered a dying form of art.
D. Also, the Government has not taken any initiative to preserve it.
E. Lack of infrastructural support has been one reason.
Explanation
A introduces Kalarippayattu, C says it is dying, B says several factors are responsible, E gives one reason, and D adds another. So the order is ACBED.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE places the factors before the statement that it is dying.
Option B is wrong because EDBCA starts with a reason before the topic.
Option D is wrong because ABDCE gives the government's role before the first reason.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE places the factors before the statement that it is dying.
Option B is wrong because EDBCA starts with a reason before the topic.
Option D is wrong because ABDCE gives the government's role before the first reason.
Question 12
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. One day Bhima made Duryodhana fall from a tree from which Duryodhana was stealing fruits.
B. Duryodhana did not like that Pandavas should be loved and respected by the people of Hastinapur.
C. He specially hated Bhima.
D. Among the Pandavas, Bhima was extraordinarily strong and powerful.
E. This enraged Duryodhana so much that he began think of removing Bhima from his way.
A. One day Bhima made Duryodhana fall from a tree from which Duryodhana was stealing fruits.
B. Duryodhana did not like that Pandavas should be loved and respected by the people of Hastinapur.
C. He specially hated Bhima.
D. Among the Pandavas, Bhima was extraordinarily strong and powerful.
E. This enraged Duryodhana so much that he began think of removing Bhima from his way.
Explanation
B says Duryodhana did not like the Pandavas being loved, D says Bhima was strong, C says he hated Bhima, A gives one incident, and E says it enraged him. So the order is BDCAE.
Option A is wrong because ADBEC starts with the incident before the background.
Option C is wrong because BEACD puts the reaction before the reason.
Option D is wrong because ADCBE starts with the incident before the background.
Option A is wrong because ADBEC starts with the incident before the background.
Option C is wrong because BEACD puts the reaction before the reason.
Option D is wrong because ADCBE starts with the incident before the background.
Question 13
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Satyam has been valued at around Rs. 500 crore.
B. BBM is a leading consultancy firm.
C. This valuation has been done by BBM.
D. They have relied on the excess value approach.
A. Satyam has been valued at around Rs. 500 crore.
B. BBM is a leading consultancy firm.
C. This valuation has been done by BBM.
D. They have relied on the excess value approach.
Explanation
A gives the valuation of Satyam, C says it was done by BBM, B says who BBM is, and D says the approach they used. So the order is ACBD.
Option A is wrong because DABC starts with "They", which has no earlier noun.
Option B is wrong because BADC puts the approach before the valuation is mentioned.
Option C is wrong because CBAD starts with "This valuation", before it is given.
Option A is wrong because DABC starts with "They", which has no earlier noun.
Option B is wrong because BADC puts the approach before the valuation is mentioned.
Option C is wrong because CBAD starts with "This valuation", before it is given.
Question 14
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Miss Sullivan arrived at the Keller home when Helen was seven.
B. The deaf and blind Helen learned to communicate verbally.
C. But eventually, Miss Sullivan’s effort was rewarded.
D. Before Helen Keller was two years old, she lost her sight and her hearing.
E. Miss Sullivan worked closely with Helen, her new student.
A. Miss Sullivan arrived at the Keller home when Helen was seven.
B. The deaf and blind Helen learned to communicate verbally.
C. But eventually, Miss Sullivan’s effort was rewarded.
D. Before Helen Keller was two years old, she lost her sight and her hearing.
E. Miss Sullivan worked closely with Helen, her new student.
Explanation
D says Helen lost her sight and hearing. A says Miss Sullivan arrived, E says she worked with Helen, B says Helen learned to communicate, and C says the effort was rewarded. So the order is DAEBC.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE starts with the arrival, before the background is given.
Option B is wrong because BADCE starts with the result before the story.
Option C is wrong because CDBEA starts with "But eventually", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE starts with the arrival, before the background is given.
Option B is wrong because BADCE starts with the result before the story.
Option C is wrong because CDBEA starts with "But eventually", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 15
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. The shrill scream of man in agony was audible despite the clang of the machinery.
B. The alarm started ringing indicating that an accident had happened.
C. The message would reach the factory dispensary also at the same time.
D. The ambulance van reached the door even before the machines had fully stopped.
E. Ten minutes after the event everything was the same again.
A. The shrill scream of man in agony was audible despite the clang of the machinery.
B. The alarm started ringing indicating that an accident had happened.
C. The message would reach the factory dispensary also at the same time.
D. The ambulance van reached the door even before the machines had fully stopped.
E. Ten minutes after the event everything was the same again.
Explanation
A gives the scream, B says the alarm rang, C says the message reached the dispensary, D says the ambulance came, and E says everything was normal again ten minutes later. So the order is ABCDE.
Option B is wrong because BCDEA starts with the alarm, which follows the scream.
Option C is wrong because EDBCA starts with the end of the event.
Option D is wrong because BDACE puts the ambulance before the alarm message and the scream.
Option B is wrong because BCDEA starts with the alarm, which follows the scream.
Option C is wrong because EDBCA starts with the end of the event.
Option D is wrong because BDACE puts the ambulance before the alarm message and the scream.
Question 16
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. How can it be true when we know a lot of rich people complaining about their unhappy state of mind.
B. Some people believe that happiness comes from wealth and other material things.
C. They remove this hurdle by conquering their own minds.
D. So, wealth has nothing to do with happiness.
E. On the other hand, there are some people who believe that it is an obstacle in their way to happiness.
A. How can it be true when we know a lot of rich people complaining about their unhappy state of mind.
B. Some people believe that happiness comes from wealth and other material things.
C. They remove this hurdle by conquering their own minds.
D. So, wealth has nothing to do with happiness.
E. On the other hand, there are some people who believe that it is an obstacle in their way to happiness.
Explanation
B says some people believe wealth brings happiness, A asks how that can be true, E gives the other view, C says how they remove the hurdle, and D concludes. So the order is BAECD.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE starts with "How can it be true", which needs the belief to be stated first.
Option B is wrong because BDCAE gives the conclusion "So" too early.
Option D is wrong because ABDEC starts with "How can it be true", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE starts with "How can it be true", which needs the belief to be stated first.
Option B is wrong because BDCAE gives the conclusion "So" too early.
Option D is wrong because ABDEC starts with "How can it be true", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 17
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. In fact, many city teens are also ‘friends’ with their parents on these social networking platforms.
B. While these numbers may not be same for India, an increasing number of parents in the city are signing on to social networking sites frequented by their children.
C. However, parents should know where to draw a line when it comes to communicating with the child on social network.
D. Parents should not admonish their kids for every silly status they put online.
E. Similarly, they should not step up in defence of their kid every time he/she receives any unkind comment.
F. According to a study conducted in the UK, seven in 10 parents turn to social networking platforms to communicate with their kid.
A. In fact, many city teens are also ‘friends’ with their parents on these social networking platforms.
B. While these numbers may not be same for India, an increasing number of parents in the city are signing on to social networking sites frequented by their children.
C. However, parents should know where to draw a line when it comes to communicating with the child on social network.
D. Parents should not admonish their kids for every silly status they put online.
E. Similarly, they should not step up in defence of their kid every time he/she receives any unkind comment.
F. According to a study conducted in the UK, seven in 10 parents turn to social networking platforms to communicate with their kid.
Explanation
F gives the UK study. B says the numbers may not be the same for India but parents are joining sites, A adds that many teens are friends with their parents, C says parents should know where to draw the line, D says what not to do, and E adds "Similarly". So the order is FBACDE.
Option A is wrong because FAEBDC starts "In fact" before the sentence it supports.
Option C is wrong because AFCBED starts with "In fact", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option D is wrong because FBCEAD places "Similarly" before the sentence it follows.
Option A is wrong because FAEBDC starts "In fact" before the sentence it supports.
Option C is wrong because AFCBED starts with "In fact", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option D is wrong because FBCEAD places "Similarly" before the sentence it follows.
Question 18
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Merchants soon grew rich as the demand for products increased.
B. Trade started from person to person but grew to involve different towns in different lands.
C. Eventually, people got a greater variety of things to choose from.
D. People found work in transporting the goods or selling them.
A. Merchants soon grew rich as the demand for products increased.
B. Trade started from person to person but grew to involve different towns in different lands.
C. Eventually, people got a greater variety of things to choose from.
D. People found work in transporting the goods or selling them.
Explanation
B says trade started and grew. D says people found work in the trade, A says merchants grew rich, and C says people got more variety. So the order is BDAC.
Option B is wrong because BADC puts the merchants growing rich before the people finding work.
Option C is wrong because DABC starts with people finding work, before trade is introduced.
Option D is wrong because DBAC starts with people finding work, before trade is introduced.
Option B is wrong because BADC puts the merchants growing rich before the people finding work.
Option C is wrong because DABC starts with people finding work, before trade is introduced.
Option D is wrong because DBAC starts with people finding work, before trade is introduced.
Question 19
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Electronic transactions are happening in closed group networks and Internet. Electronic commerce is one of the most important aspects of Internet to emerge.
B. Cash transactions offer both privacy and anonymity as it does not contain information that can be used to identify the parties nor the transaction history.
C. To support e-commerce, we need effective payment systems and secure communication channels and data integrity.
D. The whole structure of traditional money is built on faith and so will electronic money have to be.
E. Moreover, money is worth what it is because we have come to accept it.
A. Electronic transactions are happening in closed group networks and Internet. Electronic commerce is one of the most important aspects of Internet to emerge.
B. Cash transactions offer both privacy and anonymity as it does not contain information that can be used to identify the parties nor the transaction history.
C. To support e-commerce, we need effective payment systems and secure communication channels and data integrity.
D. The whole structure of traditional money is built on faith and so will electronic money have to be.
E. Moreover, money is worth what it is because we have come to accept it.
Explanation
B explains that cash gives privacy. E adds that money is worth what it is because we accept it, D says electronic money also has to be built on faith, A gives the electronic transactions, and C says what e-commerce needs. So the order is BEDAC.
Option B is wrong because ABECD starts with electronic transactions before the comparison with cash.
Option C is wrong because DEABC starts with "The whole structure of traditional money", before the idea of cash is introduced.
Option D is wrong because DCEBA starts with "The whole structure of traditional money", before the idea of cash is introduced.
Option B is wrong because ABECD starts with electronic transactions before the comparison with cash.
Option C is wrong because DEABC starts with "The whole structure of traditional money", before the idea of cash is introduced.
Option D is wrong because DCEBA starts with "The whole structure of traditional money", before the idea of cash is introduced.
Question 20
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. Living is not important - living with excellent health throughout is more meaningful.
B. It is non - invasive and without side - effects.
C. But the quality of life of such persons may not be as good as one would like it to be.
D. Exercise, yogic exercise, is the only tool that can maintain health in a cellular sense.
E. However, practice of asana and pranayama needs what modern thought calls motivation.
F. Many people do not exercise and yet live to a ripe old age.
A. Living is not important - living with excellent health throughout is more meaningful.
B. It is non - invasive and without side - effects.
C. But the quality of life of such persons may not be as good as one would like it to be.
D. Exercise, yogic exercise, is the only tool that can maintain health in a cellular sense.
E. However, practice of asana and pranayama needs what modern thought calls motivation.
F. Many people do not exercise and yet live to a ripe old age.
Explanation
A says that living with excellent health is more meaningful. F says many people do not exercise yet live long, C says their quality of life may not be good, D says exercise is the only tool for health, B says it is non-invasive, and E adds that it needs motivation. So the order is AFCDBE.
Option A is wrong because EADBC starts with "However", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option B is wrong because CFEDBA starts with "But", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option D is wrong because FDABCE puts the tool of exercise before the idea of the quality of life.
Option A is wrong because EADBC starts with "However", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option B is wrong because CFEDBA starts with "But", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option D is wrong because FDABCE puts the tool of exercise before the idea of the quality of life.
Question 21
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. A number of lessons were learnt and lot of preconceptions forgotten.
B. First World War was thus a prelude to even more destructive war.
C. Many weapons used in the war had never been used before.
D. As an after math of war, there was a savage intensification of research in armaments.
E. The First World War was an excuse to experiment with the arsenal from various European states.
A. A number of lessons were learnt and lot of preconceptions forgotten.
B. First World War was thus a prelude to even more destructive war.
C. Many weapons used in the war had never been used before.
D. As an after math of war, there was a savage intensification of research in armaments.
E. The First World War was an excuse to experiment with the arsenal from various European states.
Explanation
E says the war was an excuse to experiment with arsenals. C says many weapons had never been used before, A says lessons were learnt, D says research in armaments intensified after the war, and B concludes that it was a prelude to a more destructive war. So the order is ECADB.
Option A is wrong because EDBAC puts the aftermath before the weapons used in the war.
Option C is wrong because EABCD puts the lessons before the weapons used in the war.
Option D is wrong because EBCAD gives the conclusion "thus" before the reasons.
Option A is wrong because EDBAC puts the aftermath before the weapons used in the war.
Option C is wrong because EABCD puts the lessons before the weapons used in the war.
Option D is wrong because EBCAD gives the conclusion "thus" before the reasons.
Question 22
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. The first is retained by employers to find specific people for specific jobs.
B. They are the consultants who advertise in this newspaper.
C. The other type of recruitment company – or agency to be precise – works on a contingency basis.
D. There are essentially two types of recruitment companies.
E. They are paid by the employer only when someone is appointed.
A. The first is retained by employers to find specific people for specific jobs.
B. They are the consultants who advertise in this newspaper.
C. The other type of recruitment company – or agency to be precise – works on a contingency basis.
D. There are essentially two types of recruitment companies.
E. They are paid by the employer only when someone is appointed.
Explanation
D says there are two types of recruitment companies. A describes the first type, B says they are the consultants who advertise, C introduces the other type and E says how they are paid. So the order is DABCE.
Option A is wrong because BCDEA starts with "They are the consultants", which has no earlier noun to refer to.
Option C is wrong because DBEAC puts "They are the consultants" before the first type is described.
Option D is wrong because ACBDE starts with "The first", before the two types are introduced.
Option A is wrong because BCDEA starts with "They are the consultants", which has no earlier noun to refer to.
Option C is wrong because DBEAC puts "They are the consultants" before the first type is described.
Option D is wrong because ACBDE starts with "The first", before the two types are introduced.
Question 23
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. In India, in the last 4 - 5 years, some US funds have entered.
B. US funds like draper and Walden have played an important role in kick-starting the venture capital industry in India.
C. Draper in particular played a pioneering role.
D. This was the second wave of venture capital.
E. The third wave is people coming back from the US and moving into venture capital - like myself.
F. Venture capital started about 15 years ago, with some government – backed funds.
A. In India, in the last 4 - 5 years, some US funds have entered.
B. US funds like draper and Walden have played an important role in kick-starting the venture capital industry in India.
C. Draper in particular played a pioneering role.
D. This was the second wave of venture capital.
E. The third wave is people coming back from the US and moving into venture capital - like myself.
F. Venture capital started about 15 years ago, with some government – backed funds.
Explanation
F says venture capital started 15 years ago with government-backed funds. A says US funds entered in the last 4 to 5 years, B says their role, C says Draper's role, D calls this the second wave, and E gives the third wave. So the order is FABCDE.
Option A is wrong because BFACDE starts with US funds before venture capital is introduced.
Option B is wrong because FDABEC puts "This was the second wave" before the wave is described.
Option D is wrong because CDBAEF starts with Draper before the topic is introduced.
Option A is wrong because BFACDE starts with US funds before venture capital is introduced.
Option B is wrong because FDABEC puts "This was the second wave" before the wave is described.
Option D is wrong because CDBAEF starts with Draper before the topic is introduced.
Question 24
The question below consists of six sentences marked A, B, C, D, E and F. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. They are the oligarchy.
B. Next are the rule takers, the companies that pay homage to the industrial “lords.”
C. IBM, CBS, United Airlines, Sears, Coca – Cola, and the like are the creators and procreators of industrial orthodoxy.
D. First are the rule makers, the incumbents that built the industry.
E. Fujitsu, ABC, US Air, Smith Barney, J.C. Penny and numerous others are peasants.
F. Look at any industry and you will see three kinds of companies.
A. They are the oligarchy.
B. Next are the rule takers, the companies that pay homage to the industrial “lords.”
C. IBM, CBS, United Airlines, Sears, Coca – Cola, and the like are the creators and procreators of industrial orthodoxy.
D. First are the rule makers, the incumbents that built the industry.
E. Fujitsu, ABC, US Air, Smith Barney, J.C. Penny and numerous others are peasants.
F. Look at any industry and you will see three kinds of companies.
Explanation
F introduces the three kinds of companies. D describes the first, the rule makers, C gives examples, and A adds that they are the oligarchy. B describes the second, the rule takers, and E gives examples of them. So the order is FDCABE.
Option B is wrong because DFCBAE starts with "First" before the sentence that introduces the three kinds.
Option C is wrong because FCBDAE gives examples before the rule makers are described.
Option D is wrong because FBCADE puts "Next" before "First".
Option B is wrong because DFCBAE starts with "First" before the sentence that introduces the three kinds.
Option C is wrong because FCBDAE gives examples before the rule makers are described.
Option D is wrong because FBCADE puts "Next" before "First".
Question 25
The question below consists of five sentences marked A, B, C, D and E. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A. For years, the singles competition was judged according to two categories.
B. Secondly, the compulsory - figures category required each skater to perform three or six repetitions of three figures drawn from a possible 41 patterns.
C. Figure skating is primarily a sport of amateurs, contests are held for singles and for pairs.
D. Firstly, the free - skating category judged a skater’s ability to perform jumps, spins, spirals, and skating coordinated with music.
E. All figures are based on a figure - eight pattern or variations thereof.
A. For years, the singles competition was judged according to two categories.
B. Secondly, the compulsory - figures category required each skater to perform three or six repetitions of three figures drawn from a possible 41 patterns.
C. Figure skating is primarily a sport of amateurs, contests are held for singles and for pairs.
D. Firstly, the free - skating category judged a skater’s ability to perform jumps, spins, spirals, and skating coordinated with music.
E. All figures are based on a figure - eight pattern or variations thereof.
Explanation
C introduces figure skating and its contests. A says the singles competition was judged in two categories, D describes the first, B the second, and E adds a note on the figures. So the order is CADBE.
Option A is wrong because BCADE starts with "Secondly", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because CDBAE places "Firstly" before the sentence that introduces the two categories.
Option D is wrong because ABCDE starts with the two categories before the sport is introduced.
Option A is wrong because BCADE starts with "Secondly", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because CDBAE places "Firstly" before the sentence that introduces the two categories.
Option D is wrong because ABCDE starts with the two categories before the sport is introduced.
Question 26
Given below are sentences which have been presented in a random order. Arrange the following sentences in a proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and identify the correct sequence.
A. This is because your witness will be called upon to testify in court if the will is ever challenged.
B. Lawyers advise people to use witnesses who are younger than they and are likely to outlive them.
C. You can make a will as simple as you want. You will need to sign the document in the presence of two witnesses, who will then have to put the signature on it.
D. It helps if a doctor is a witness or the document is signed in his presence.
E. This is because he could be called upon to testify to the stability of your mental condition when you drew up the will.
A. This is because your witness will be called upon to testify in court if the will is ever challenged.
B. Lawyers advise people to use witnesses who are younger than they and are likely to outlive them.
C. You can make a will as simple as you want. You will need to sign the document in the presence of two witnesses, who will then have to put the signature on it.
D. It helps if a doctor is a witness or the document is signed in his presence.
E. This is because he could be called upon to testify to the stability of your mental condition when you drew up the will.
Explanation
C gives the general instruction on making a will and signing before two witnesses. B advises younger witnesses, A gives the reason ("This is because..."), D adds that a doctor may be a witness, and E gives the reason for it. So the order is CBADE.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE starts with "This is because...", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because DCBAE starts with the doctor, before the will and the witnesses are introduced.
Option D is wrong because CDBAE puts the doctor before the lawyers' advice, but A ("This is because your witness...") must follow B.
Option A is wrong because ABCDE starts with "This is because...", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because DCBAE starts with the doctor, before the will and the witnesses are introduced.
Option D is wrong because CDBAE puts the doctor before the lawyers' advice, but A ("This is because your witness...") must follow B.
Question 27
The Question below consist of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) Quinten was immediately admitted as an apprentice into his studio.
B) In fifteenth century a master blacksmith called Quinten Metsys fell in love with a painter’s daughter.
C) So Quinten sneaked into the painter’s studio and painted a fly on his latest panel.
D) The father would not accept a son-in-law in such a profession.
A) Quinten was immediately admitted as an apprentice into his studio.
B) In fifteenth century a master blacksmith called Quinten Metsys fell in love with a painter’s daughter.
C) So Quinten sneaked into the painter’s studio and painted a fly on his latest panel.
D) The father would not accept a son-in-law in such a profession.
Explanation
B introduces Quinten who fell in love with a painter's daughter, D says the father refused, C says how Quinten painted a fly, and A says he was admitted as an apprentice. So the order is BDCA.
Option A is wrong because ABCD starts with the admission before the story.
Option B is wrong because DCAB starts with the father's refusal before the introduction.
Option C is wrong because BCAD places the father's refusal after the result, which breaks the logic.
Option A is wrong because ABCD starts with the admission before the story.
Option B is wrong because DCAB starts with the father's refusal before the introduction.
Option C is wrong because BCAD places the father's refusal after the result, which breaks the logic.
Question 28
The Question below consist of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) My grandmother, like everybody’s grandmother, was an old woman.
B) People said that she had once been young and pretty and even had a husband.
C) She had been old and wrinkled for twenty years that I had known her.
D) But that was hard to believe.
A) My grandmother, like everybody’s grandmother, was an old woman.
B) People said that she had once been young and pretty and even had a husband.
C) She had been old and wrinkled for twenty years that I had known her.
D) But that was hard to believe.
Explanation
A introduces the grandmother, B says people said she had once been young, C says how she looked for twenty years, and D says it was hard to believe. So the order is ACBD.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with "But that was hard to believe", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because ABCD puts "hard to believe" after the description, but D follows B.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with "But that was hard to believe", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with "But that was hard to believe", which needs an earlier sentence.
Option C is wrong because ABCD puts "hard to believe" after the description, but D follows B.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with "But that was hard to believe", which needs an earlier sentence.
Question 29
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) All I could remember was people around me, whispering to one another that I got lucky.
B) I did not realize what I was considering just another sting would turn out to be something serious.
C) When I look back, I don’t remember too much- of what I was thinking, what was going on in my head.
D) The unbearable pain and burns had somehow numbed my senses.
A) All I could remember was people around me, whispering to one another that I got lucky.
B) I did not realize what I was considering just another sting would turn out to be something serious.
C) When I look back, I don’t remember too much- of what I was thinking, what was going on in my head.
D) The unbearable pain and burns had somehow numbed my senses.
Explanation
C begins by saying she does not remember much, D describes the pain that numbed her senses, B says she did not realise the seriousness, and A gives what she remembers. So the order is CDBA.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the pain before the introduction.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with what she remembered before the introduction.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the pain before the introduction.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the pain before the introduction.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with what she remembered before the introduction.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the pain before the introduction.
Question 30
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) The service experience on register 4.
B) The quality of the chickpeas you serve.
C) Everything you do is either going to raise your average or lower it.
D) The next hire.
A) The service experience on register 4.
B) The quality of the chickpeas you serve.
C) Everything you do is either going to raise your average or lower it.
D) The next hire.
Explanation
C gives the general statement, and D, B and A list what affects the average: the next hire, the quality of the chickpeas and the service on register 4. So the order is CDBA.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the item "The next hire", before the general statement.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with an example, before the general statement.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with "The next hire", before the general statement.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the item "The next hire", before the general statement.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with an example, before the general statement.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with "The next hire", before the general statement.
Question 31
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) Though limited in reach, the memo could erase some barriers to prosecuting corporate employees and inject new life into these high-profile investigations.
B) The public needs to have confidence that there is only one system of justice and that it applies equally regardless of whether the crime happens in the street corner or the boardroom.”
C) “Corporation scan only commit crime through flesh and blood people”, the Deputy Attorney General and the author of the memo said in an interview on Wednesday.
D) “It’s only fair that the people who are responsible for committing those crimes be held accountable.
A) Though limited in reach, the memo could erase some barriers to prosecuting corporate employees and inject new life into these high-profile investigations.
B) The public needs to have confidence that there is only one system of justice and that it applies equally regardless of whether the crime happens in the street corner or the boardroom.”
C) “Corporation scan only commit crime through flesh and blood people”, the Deputy Attorney General and the author of the memo said in an interview on Wednesday.
D) “It’s only fair that the people who are responsible for committing those crimes be held accountable.
Explanation
C gives the quote by the Deputy Attorney General, D continues with his words on fairness, B gives the public's need for confidence, and A comments on the memo. So the order is CDBA.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the continuing quote before its introduction.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with a comment on "the memo" before it is introduced.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the continuing quote before its introduction.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the continuing quote before its introduction.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with a comment on "the memo" before it is introduced.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the continuing quote before its introduction.
Question 32
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) And as he spoke he did a very unusual thing.
B) ‘I’m tired’.
C) ‘Tired, darling?’
D) ‘Yes’, he said.
A) And as he spoke he did a very unusual thing.
B) ‘I’m tired’.
C) ‘Tired, darling?’
D) ‘Yes’, he said.
Explanation
C is the question "Tired, darling?", D is the reply "Yes, he said", B gives the words "I'm tired", and A adds what he did as he spoke. So the order is CDBA.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the reply before the question.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with "And as he spoke", which refers to words not yet given.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the reply before the question.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the reply before the question.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with "And as he spoke", which refers to words not yet given.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the reply before the question.
Question 33
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) He verified the identities of new visitors and stopped any hawker who would wander into the building during the quiet afternoons.
B) Still the residents were thankful that the guard kept a watch over the building.
C) No one in this particular flat-building owned much worth stealing.
D) The second floor lady, Mrs Misra, was the only one with a telephone
A) He verified the identities of new visitors and stopped any hawker who would wander into the building during the quiet afternoons.
B) Still the residents were thankful that the guard kept a watch over the building.
C) No one in this particular flat-building owned much worth stealing.
D) The second floor lady, Mrs Misra, was the only one with a telephone
Explanation
C says no one owned much worth stealing, D says only Mrs Misra had a telephone, B says still the residents were thankful for the guard, and A explains what he did. So the order is CDBA.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the telephone before the general point.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with "He", which has no earlier noun.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the telephone before the general point.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the telephone before the general point.
Option C is wrong because ABCD starts with "He", which has no earlier noun.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the telephone before the general point.
Question 34
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) Unfortunately, the tigers are an endangered species today.
B) India is a country of beautiful birds and animals.
C) The tiger is the national animal.
D) The peacock is the national bird of India.
A) Unfortunately, the tigers are an endangered species today.
B) India is a country of beautiful birds and animals.
C) The tiger is the national animal.
D) The peacock is the national bird of India.
Explanation
B introduces the country's birds and animals. D names the national bird, C names the national animal, and A adds that tigers are endangered. So the order is BDCA.
Option A is wrong because ABCD starts with "Unfortunately", which needs an earlier sentence about tigers.
Option B is wrong because DCAB starts with the peacock before the topic is introduced.
Option C is wrong because BCAD puts the tiger before the bird and places D at the end, which breaks the flow.
Option A is wrong because ABCD starts with "Unfortunately", which needs an earlier sentence about tigers.
Option B is wrong because DCAB starts with the peacock before the topic is introduced.
Option C is wrong because BCAD puts the tiger before the bird and places D at the end, which breaks the flow.
Question 35
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) A few minutes later she got up and went to the phone.
B) ‘Who’s speaking?’
C) She knew the number of the police station, and when the man at the other end answered, she cried to him, ‘Quick! Come quick! Patrick’s dead!’
D) ‘Mrs Maloney. Mrs Patrick Maloney.’
A) A few minutes later she got up and went to the phone.
B) ‘Who’s speaking?’
C) She knew the number of the police station, and when the man at the other end answered, she cried to him, ‘Quick! Come quick! Patrick’s dead!’
D) ‘Mrs Maloney. Mrs Patrick Maloney.’
Explanation
A says she went to the phone, C says she knew the number and reported the death, B has the reply "Who's speaking?" and D gives her name. So the order is ACBD.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the answer "Mrs Maloney", which comes only after the question.
Option C is wrong because ABCD puts the question B before she has called in C.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the answer "Mrs Maloney", which comes only after the question.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with the answer "Mrs Maloney", which comes only after the question.
Option C is wrong because ABCD puts the question B before she has called in C.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with the answer "Mrs Maloney", which comes only after the question.
Question 36
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) When French painter Jean Dubuffet mooted the concept of ‘art brut’ in the 1940s, the art of the untrained visionary was of minority interest.
B) This genre is described as the art of those who ‘have no right’ to be artists as they have received no formal training, yet show talent and artistic insight.
C) From its almost veiled beginnings, ‘outsider art’, has gradually become the fastest growing area of interest in contemporary art internationally.
D) Their works are a stimulating contrast to a lot of mainstream offerings.
A) When French painter Jean Dubuffet mooted the concept of ‘art brut’ in the 1940s, the art of the untrained visionary was of minority interest.
B) This genre is described as the art of those who ‘have no right’ to be artists as they have received no formal training, yet show talent and artistic insight.
C) From its almost veiled beginnings, ‘outsider art’, has gradually become the fastest growing area of interest in contemporary art internationally.
D) Their works are a stimulating contrast to a lot of mainstream offerings.
Explanation
A introduces art brut and Dubuffet. C follows with the way outsider art grew from its beginnings. B then describes the genre, and D closes with the contrast to mainstream art. So the order is ACBD.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with "Their works", which has no earlier noun to refer to.
Option C is wrong because ABCD places B ("This genre") before C, but B follows the idea of "outsider art" introduced in C.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with "Their works", which has no earlier noun to refer to.
Option A is wrong because DCAB starts with "Their works", which has no earlier noun to refer to.
Option C is wrong because ABCD places B ("This genre") before C, but B follows the idea of "outsider art" introduced in C.
Option D is wrong because DCBA starts with "Their works", which has no earlier noun to refer to.
Question 37
The question below consists of four sentences marked A, B, C and D. Arrange the sentences in a proper sequence to form a coherent paragraph.
A) It is not as severely shortened as note-making.
B) Summarising follows note making.
C) If the main points are to be reported we present a summary.
D) The purpose of note-making is usually for one’s own personal reference.
A) It is not as severely shortened as note-making.
B) Summarising follows note making.
C) If the main points are to be reported we present a summary.
D) The purpose of note-making is usually for one’s own personal reference.
Explanation
Sentence B introduces the idea that summarising follows note making. D explains the purpose of note making, C tells when we present a summary, and A ends by comparing the summary to note-making. So the order is BDCA.
Option A is wrong because ABCD begins with "It", which has no earlier noun to refer to, so it cannot start the paragraph.
Option B is wrong because DCAB puts the summarising sentence B last, but the paragraph must begin by linking summarising to note making.
Option C is wrong because BCAD puts A before D, but A ("It is not as severely shortened as note-making") must follow the sentence about the summary.
Option A is wrong because ABCD begins with "It", which has no earlier noun to refer to, so it cannot start the paragraph.
Option B is wrong because DCAB puts the summarising sentence B last, but the paragraph must begin by linking summarising to note making.
Option C is wrong because BCAD puts A before D, but A ("It is not as severely shortened as note-making") must follow the sentence about the summary.