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Correct option: C — 1 - 2 - 3 - 4

1-2-3-4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it sets the situation by stating that the sky grew darker within minutes. And, sentence 2 indicates the next sign of bad weather, i.e. strong winds began to blow loudly. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 3 states that heavy rain started pouring down & sentence 4 states that he pulled over his car at the nearby fuel station. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: A — 2 - 3 - 4 - 1

2-3-4-1 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the first action of switching on the computer and waiting for it to boot. And, sentence 3 states that he entered username and password. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 4 states that the system finally displayed the desktop screen, & sentence 1 concludes the parajumble by stating that he opened the required file to begin his work. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 4. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: D — 2 - 3 - 1 - 4

2-3-1-4 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the main idea by stating that many environmental laws exist to protect natural resources. And, sentence 3 explains the problem by stating that weak implementation of laws allows industries and individuals to violate rules freely. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 1 states the consequence by mentioning that environmental damage continues despite existing regulations, & sentence 4 concludes the parajumble by emphasizing that strict enforcement is necessary to ensure long-term environmental safety. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 1. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: A — PQRS

PQRS The given sentence starts with the subject ‘Online arrests’. Part R contains the helping verb(are) and the main verb(increasing). And, part Q states the reason for the increase in online arrests. So, Q will follow P. Further, part R states that online arrests are increasing in many countries & part S concludes by highlighting the major problem caused by online arrests. So, S will follow R. Hence, PQRS is the correct sequence.

Correct option: C — PRQS

PRQS The given sentence starts with the subject ‘Deforestation’. Part P contains the main verb (causes) and its object (soil erosion). Part R begins with the conjunction ‘and’ to complete the object. So, R will follow P. Further, part Q specifies the regions affected by deforestation & part S states the reason for soil erosion and loss of biodiversity. So, S will follow Q . Hence, PRQS is the correct sequence.

Correct option: C — PSQR

PSQR The given sentence starts with the subject ‘Stock markets’. Part P contains the main verb(experienced) and its object(sharp fluctuations). Part S tells us where the stock markets experienced sharp fluctuations. So, S will follow P. Further, part Q states reason for fluctuations & part R states that it affected investor confidence. So, R will follow Q . Hence, ‘PSQR’ is the correct sequence.

Correct option: D — PRQS

PRQS The given sentence starts with the subject “the students” given in part P. Part R contains the verb “were congratulated”. So, R will follow P. Further, part Q specifies the agent performing the action, i.e. “by the principal”, so it comes after the verb. Finally, part S states the reason for congratulating. Hence, PRQS is the correct sequence.

Correct option: A — 3 → 2 → 1 → 4

3 → 2 → 1 → 4 Sentence 3 will be the starting line as it states the first step taken by the gardener, i.e. preparing the soil carefully. And, sentence 2 that the gardener planted new saplings in the garden. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 3. Further, sentence 1 states that he watered the plants & sentence 4 states that soon the garden looked lush and green. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 1. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: C — 2 → 1 → 4 → 3

2 → 1 → 4 → 3 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the main character and her activity, i.e. Maya was reading a book in the library. And, sentence 1 states that she heard a loud noise outside. So, sentence 1 will follow sentence 2. Further, sentence 4 shows her reaction, as she went to the window to see what had happened, & sentence 3 explains the cause of the noise, i.e. a tree branch falling during the storm. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 4. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: B — 1 → 4 → 2 → 3

1 → 4 → 2 → 3 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it states the initial problem, i.e. the students realized they had misunderstood the exam instructions. And, sentence 4 mentions the teacher watching quietly, being aware of the students’ struggle. So, sentence 4 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 2 describes the consequence of the misunderstanding, as panic spreads across the classroom due to shortage of time, & sentence 3 concludes the situation by stating that despite frantic efforts, many students could not complete the paper. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.