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2001SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
1. The first successful powered flight was conducted by the Wright brothers in 1903. 2. Their invention revolutionized transportation across the world. 3. The airplane gradually evolved with better engines and designs. 4. Today, air travel connects people across continents in hours.
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Correct option: A — 1 - 3 - 2 - 4
1 - 3 - 2 -4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it mentions the main event of the passage, i.e., the first successful powered flight by the Wright brothers. Sentence 3 describes the gradual evolution of the airplane, so it will follow Sentence 1. Sentence 2 explains the impact of this invention on transportation, so it comes next. Finally, Sentence 4 states the present-day significance of air travel, so it will follow Sentence 2. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.
2002SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
1. Many animals eat these plants or live among them. 2. Healthy forests and grasslands are very important for our planet. 3. If the plants disappear, many animals will also struggle to survive. 4. They provide food and homes for countless creatures.
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Correct option: D — 2 - 4 - 1 - 3
2 - 4 - 1 - 3 Sentence 2 introduces the main topic: the importance of forests and grasslands. Sentence 4 explains why they are important. Sentence 1 then links animals to these plants directly. Finally, sentence 3 describes the consequence if the plants are lost. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.
2003SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
1. This transition allowed communities to cultivate crops and domesticate animals. 2. The Neolithic period marked a decisive shift from nomadic life to settled farming. 3. As food production became stable, populations expanded and villages began to form. 4. These early settlements eventually laid the groundwork for complex human civilisations.
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Correct option: B — 2 - 1 - 3 - 4
2 - 1 - 3 - 4 Sentence 2 introduces the main topic: the decisive shift of the Neolithic period. Sentence 1 explains what this transition (shift) enabled - “cultivating crops and domesticating animals”. Sentence 3 describes the consequence of stable food production, i.e. population expansion and village formation. Sentence 4 then states the long-term outcome of these settlements, i.e. the groundwork for civilisations. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.
2004SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
1. Overfishing remains one of the greatest threats to global fish populations, disrupting marine ecosystems at an alarming rate. 2. When adult fish are removed faster than they can reproduce, entire species face long-term decline. 3. Sustainable fishing practices, such as regulated catch limits and protected breeding zones, help restore balance to marine environments. 4. These measures not only support ecological stability but also ensure that coastal communities can rely on fisheries for future livelihoods. 5. Recognising the delicate relationship between harvesting and replenishment is crucial for maintaining healthy fish populations across the world.
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Correct option: C — 1 - 2 - 5 - 3 - 4
1 - 2 - 5 - 3 - 4 Sentence 1 introduces the main problem: overfishing and its impact. Sentence 2 explains how overfishing leads to decline and continues the problem described in Sentence 1. Sentence 5 then provides a general understanding that follows from this problem and its consequences. Sentence 3 introduces the solution, i.e. sustainable fishing practices. Finally, Sentence 4 states the benefits of these solutions and concludes the parajumble by highlighting their positive impact. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.
2005SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
Arrange the sentences correctly: (1) She gathered all the essential items. (2) She stepped onto the bus. (3) She arrived at the stop. (4) She embarked on her commute.
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Correct option: D — 1 - 3 - 2 - 4
1-3-2-4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it introduces the first step taken by the girl to start her journey. And, sentence 3 states that she arrived at the stop, which is the next step. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 2 states that she stepped onto the bus & sentence 4 states that she embarked on her journey. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.
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2006SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
Arrange the passage correctly: (1) He chose a novel. (2) He visited the bookstore. (3) He started reading the novel. (4) He found the plot captivating.
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Correct option: A — 2 - 1 - 3 - 4
2-1-3-4 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the first step taken by the person, which is visiting the bookstore. And, sentence 1 states that he chose a novel, which is the next step. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 3 states that he started reading the novel & sentence 4 states that he found the plot captivating. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.
2007SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
Arrange the passage correctly: (1) She cleansed her teeth. (2) She arose early at dawn. (3) She prepared herself for the office. (4) She performed her ablutions.
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Correct option: A — 2 - 1 - 4 - 3
2-1-4-3 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the first step taken by her, which is waking up early at dawn. And, sentence 1 states that she cleansed her teeth, which is the next step. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 4 states that she performed her ablutions & sentence 3 states that she prepared herself for the office. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 4. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.
2008SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
Arrange the passage correctly: (1)He carefully filled in the recipient's address, added a subject, and composed a detailed letter. (2)After opening it, he selected the 'New Message' option to begin his correspondence. (3)Once satisfied with the content, he pressed the 'Send' icon to dispatch the letter. (4)He logged into his communication platform using his credentials.
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Correct option: A — 4 - 2 - 1 - 3
4-2-1-3 Sentence 4 will be the starting line as it introduces the first step taken by him, which is logging into his communication platform using his credentials. And, sentence 2 states that after opening it he selected the 'New Message' option to begin his correspondence, which is the next step. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 4. Further, sentence 1 states that he carefully filled in the recipient's address, added a subject, and composed a detailed letter & sentence 3 states that once satisfied with the content he pressed the 'Send' icon to dispatch the letter. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 1. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.
2009SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
Arrange the passage correctly: (1) In a short moment, the phone rang, and her colleague picked up. (2) She grabbed her phone and unlocked the screen using her face. (3) They chatted about their plans for the holiday for some time. (4) She hurriedly chose the number from her list and started the call.
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Correct option: A — 2 -4 - 1 - 3
2-4-1-3 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the first thing done by her, which is grabbing her phone and unlocking the screen using her face. And, sentence 4 states that she hurriedly chose the number from her list and started the call, which is the next step. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 1 states that in a short moment the phone rang and her colleague picked up & sentence 3 states that they chatted about their plans for the holiday for some time. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 1. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.
2010SSC2025English LanguageEnglish
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
Arrange to form a meaningful paragraph: (1) The presenter approached the podium. (2) The audience applauded enthusiastically. (3) He acknowledged their welcome with a nod and a smile. (4) His lecture commenced.
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Correct option: A — 1 - 2 - 3 - 4
1-2-3-4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it introduces the first step taken by the presenter, which is approaching the podium. And, sentence 2 states that the audience applauded enthusiastically, which is the next thing that happened. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 3 states that he acknowledged their welcome with a nod and a smile & sentence 4 states that his lecture commenced. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

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1. The first successful powered flight was conducted by the Wright brothers in 1903. 2. Their invention revolutionized transportation across the world. 3. The airplane gradually evolved with better engines and designs. 4. Today, air travel connects people across continents in hours.

1. Many animals eat these plants or live among them. 2. Healthy forests and grasslands are very important for our planet. 3. If the plants disappear, many animals will also struggle to survive. 4. They provide food and homes for countless creatures.

Arrange the sentences correctly: (1) She gathered all the essential items. (2) She stepped onto the bus. (3) She arrived at the stop. (4) She embarked on her commute.

Arrange the passage correctly: (1) He chose a novel. (2) He visited the bookstore. (3) He started reading the novel. (4) He found the plot captivating.

Arrange the passage correctly: (1) She cleansed her teeth. (2) She arose early at dawn. (3) She prepared herself for the office. (4) She performed her ablutions.

Arrange to form a meaningful paragraph: (1) The presenter approached the podium. (2) The audience applauded enthusiastically. (3) He acknowledged their welcome with a nod and a smile. (4) His lecture commenced.

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