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  1. 2031SSC2025English 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) First, place the monitor on a stable, flat surface. (2) Then, attach the stand to the back of the monitor. (3) Press the power button on the monitor to turn it on. (4) Connect the power cable to the monitor and the wall outlet.

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    Correct option: D — 1 - 2 - 4 - 3

    1-2-4-3 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it introduces the first step in setting up the monitor, which is placing it on a stable, flat surface. And, sentence 2 states that the stand is attached to the back of the monitor, which is the next step after placing the monitor. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 4 states that the power cable is connected to the monitor and the wall outlet & sentence 3 states that the power button is pressed to turn the monitor on. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 4. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.

  2. 2032SSC2025English 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) Swipe your card through the reader. (2) Wait for the green light to appear. (3) Approach the turnstile gate. (4) Push the barrier to enter.

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    Correct option: C — 3 - 1 - 2 - 4

    3-1-2-4 Sentence 3 will be the starting line as it introduces the first action taken by the person, which is approaching the turnstile gate. And, sentence 1 states that the card is swiped through the reader, which is the next action after reaching the gate. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 3. Further, sentence 2 states that one waits for the green light to appear & sentence 4 states that the barrier is pushed to enter. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.

  3. 2033SSC2025English 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 waited for the barber to call his name. (2) He sat down in the chair and discussed his desired haircut. (3) He entered the barbershop and signed in. (4) After the cut, he paid and left.

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    Correct option: B — 3 - 1 - 2 - 4

    3-1-2-4 Sentence 3 will be the starting line as it states the first thing done by him, which is entering the barbershop and signing in. And, sentence 1 states that he waited for the barber to call his name. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 3. Further, sentence 2 states that he sat down in the chair and discussed his desired haircut & sentence 4 states that after the cut, he paid and left. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.

  4. 2034SSC2025English 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 following sentences to form a logical and interesting story: 1. Out from behind the curtains scampered the small, fluffy dog, wagging its tail. 2. John couldn't find his puppy anywhere and started to worry. 3. He heard a faint whimpering sound coming from the living room. 4. He had checked every room in the house twice already.

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    Correct option: A — 2 - 4 - 3 - 1

    2-4-3-1 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the situation by stating that John could not find his puppy and started to worry. And, sentence 4 states that he had already checked every room in the house twice, which states the reason for his growing concern. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 3 states that he heard a faint whimpering sound coming from the living room & sentence 1 states that out from behind the curtains scampered the small, fluffy dog, wagging its tail. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

  5. 2035SSC2025English 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 opened the document to review the final draft before submission. 2. After completing the review, he saved the updated version carefully. 3. Finally, he uploaded the corrected file to the official portal. 4. First, he turned on his computer and waited for it to load completely.

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    Correct option: D — 4 - 1 - 2 - 3

    4 - 1 - 2 - 3 Sentence 4 will be the starting line as it introduces the first thing done by him, which is turning on his computer and waiting for it to load completely. And, sentence 1 states that he opened the document to review the final draft before submission, which happened after the computer was ready to use. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 4. Further, sentence 2 states that after completing the review, he saved the updated version carefully & sentence 3 states that finally he uploaded the corrected file to the official portal. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 2. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.

  6. 2036SSC2025English 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 picked up his luggage and walked toward the exit gate. (2) He collected his boarding pass from the check-in counter. (3) He passed through the security check without any delay. (4) He entered the airport early to avoid the morning rush.

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    Correct option: B — 4 - 2 - 3 - 1

    4 – 2 – 3 – 1 Sentence 4 will be the starting line as it introduces the first thing done by him, which is entering the airport early to avoid the morning rush. And, sentence 2 states that he collected his boarding pass from the check-in counter, which is the next action after entering the airport. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 4. Further, sentence 3 states that he passed through the security check without any delay & sentence 1 states that he picked up his luggage and walked toward the exit gate. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.

  7. 2037SSC2025English 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.

    Which of the given options arranges the following sentences in the most logical sequence to form a meaningful paragraph? 1. As a result, forests play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. 2. Trees release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide. 3. They also provide habitat for numerous species. 4. Forests are an essential part of the natural environment.

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    Correct option: C — 4 - 2 - 3 - 1

    4-2-3-1 Sentence 4 will be the starting line as it introduces the topic by stating that forests are an essential part of the natural environment. And, sentence 2 states that trees release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide, which is one of the main functions of forests. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 4. Further, sentence 3 states that they also provide habitat for numerous species, & sentence 1 concludes that as a result, forests play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.

  8. 2038SSC2025English 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.

    Which of the given options arranges the following sentences in the most logical order to form a meaningful paragraph? (1) The team celebrated their victory joyfully. (2) They trained consistently for several months. (3) Their hard work paid off when they won the championship. (4) The coach motivated them throughout the preparation.

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    Correct option: B — 2 - 4 - 3 - 1

    2-4-3-1 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it states the first step taken by the team, which is training consistently for several months. And, sentence 4 states that the coach motivated them throughout the preparation, which indicates their training efforts. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 3 states that their hard work paid off when they won the championship, & sentence 1 states that the team celebrated their victory joyfully. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.

  9. 2039SSC2025English 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.

    Which of the given options is the most logical sequencing of the following sentences to form a meaningful paragraph? 1. Recycling helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. 2. Therefore, everyone should try to recycle items whenever possible. 3. Many everyday materials like paper, plastic and glass can be recycled. 4. This simple habit can make a big difference to the environment.

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    Correct option: A — 1 - 3 - 2 - 4

    1-3-2-4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it introduces the main idea, i.e. recycling helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. And, sentence 3 gives an example by mentioning that many everyday materials like paper, plastic, and glass can be recycled. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 2 states that everyone should try to recycle items whenever possible, and sentence 4 concludes that this simple habit can make a big difference to the environment. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 2. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

  10. 2040SSC2025English 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 preheated the oven to 180°C before starting. 2. She mixed flour, sugar, eggs, and butter in a large bowl to make the batter. 3. After greasing the baking tray, she poured the batter into it. 4. Finally, she baked the cake for 30 minutes and let it cool before serving.

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    Correct option: A — 1 - 2 - 3 - 4

    1-2-3-4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it states the first step taken by her to make a cake. And, sentence 2 states that she mixed flour, sugar, eggs, and butter in a large bowl to make the batter, which is the next step. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 3 states that after greasing the baking tray, she poured the batter into it, & sentence 4 states that finally she baked the cake for 30 minutes and let it cool before serving. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

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