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2131SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a meaningful passage. 1. The soil was ploughed to prepare the field. 2. Water and fertilizers were applied to the saplings. 3. Seeds were sown in neat rows across the land. 4. The harvest was gathered at the end of the season.
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Correct option: B — 1 - 3 - 2 - 4
1-3-2-4 Sentence 1 will be the starting line as it states the first step in farming i.e. the soil was ploughed. And, sentence 3 states the next step, i.e. sowing the seeds in neat rows. Further, sentence 2 states the third step, i.e. water and fertilizers were applied & sentence 4 states the final step, which is gathering the harvest. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.
2132SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a meaningful passage 1. This leads to cost overruns and significant delays in project completion. 2. Developers submit blueprints, which then require clearance from environmental agencies. 3. Even after the permit is granted, logistical hurdles at the site slow down progress. 4. Large infrastructure projects are restricted by complex regulatory frameworks.
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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 main idea of the parajumble, i.e. Infrastructure projects are restricted by complex regulatory frameworks. And, sentence 2 states that developers submit blueprints, which require clearance from agencies. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 4. Sentence 3 talks about further slowdowns due to logistical hurdles even after permit grant. So, sentence 3 will follow sentence 2. Finally, sentence 1 concludes the parajumble by stating the negative consequence of the delays. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.
2133SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a meaningful sentence. P. for final approval and funding Q . was presented to the city council R. The comprehensive plan S. designed by the urban architects
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Correct option: D — RSQP
RSQP The given sentence starts with part R as it contains the main subject of the sentence, i.e. ‘The comprehensive plan’. Part S contains a past participial phrase ‘designed by the urban architects’, describing the subject. So, S will follow R. Further, part Q contains the helping verb(was) and the main verb(presented). So, Q will follow S. Finally P states the purpose of presenting the plan, i.e. for final approval and funding. Hence, option (d) has the correct sequence.
2134SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a meaningful passage. 1. The findings are finally published in a peer-reviewed journal. 2. Next, controlled experiments are conducted to gather raw data. 3. After data collection, statistical analysis confirms the results. 4. Initially, a hypothesis is formed based on existing literature.
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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 step of forming a hypothesis. And, sentence 2 states the next step, i.e. conducting experiments to gather data. Further, sentence 3 talks about confirming results after analysis. Finally, sentence 1 completes the parajumble by stating the final step, i.e. publishing the findings. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.
2135SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. Conservation efforts P. while facing resistance from industrial sectors Q . protecting endangered species and habitats R. restoring ecological balance in sensitive regions S. have gained momentum in recent decades,
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Correct option: D — SQRP
SQRP The given sentence starts with the phrase ‘Conservation efforts’, which is the main subject of this sentence. Part S starts with the verb ‘have gained’, which is the main verb for the subject. So, part S will follow the given phrase. Part Q tells us that it is protecting endangered species and habitats. So, Q will follow S. Part R states that it is restoring ecological balance in sensitive regions while part P states that it faces resistance from industrial sectors. So, P will follow R. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.
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2136SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. Inflation P. making it difficult for households Q . to manage daily expenses R. affects purchasing power S. and leads to increased cost of living,
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Correct option: D — RSPQ
RSPQ The given sentence starts with the subject ‘Inflation’. Now we need the main verb for this subject. Part R begins with the verb ‘affects’ and contains its object ‘purchasing power’. So, R will come after the word ‘Inflation’. Part S begins with the connector ‘and’ which joins two verbs ‘affects’ & ‘leads’. These two verbs are for the same subject. So, S will follow R. Part S states that inflation leads to increased cost of living & part P tells us the impact of the increased cost of living. So, P will follow S. Finally, part Q completes the sentence by conveying the idea that it becomes difficult for households to manage daily expenses. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.
2137SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the following parts (P, Q, R, S) to form the most meaningful and grammatically correct sentence: P. though he lacked international experience Q. was selected for the Olympic squad R. the young shooter S. due to his exceptional performance at the national trials
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Correct option: C — RQSP
RQSP The given sentence starts with part R as it introduces the main subject of the sentence, i.e. ‘The young shooter’. Part Q contains the verb for the subject, i.e. ‘was selected’. So, Q will follow R. Part S states the reason for his selection. So, S will follow Q . However, part P states that he lacked international experience, which is a negative point. So, P will be the last part. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.
2138SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. The update P. ensuring security Q . enhanced encryption R. and data autonomy S. across user devices
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Correct option: B — QRPS
QRPS The given sentence starts with the subject ‘The update’. Part Q contains the main verb (enhanced) for the subject ‘The update’. So, Q will follow the subject. Part R begins with the conjunction ‘and’, which joins two ideas ‘encryption’ & ‘data autonomy’. So, R will follow Q . Part P states an advantage of this update, i.e. it ensures security. So, P will follow R. Part S continues part P and gives a complete idea that the update ensures security across user devices. So, S will follow P. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.
2139SSC2025English 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.
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. The economic slowdown P. reducing consumer spending Q . in multiple industries R. straining household incomes and S. has led to job losses
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Correct option: B — SQRP
SQRP The given sentence starts with the subject ‘The economic slowdown’. Part S contains the verb ‘has led’ and conveys the idea that the economic slowdown has caused job losses. And, part Q tells us that there have been job losses in multiple industries. So, Q will follow S. Part R states a negative impact of the economic slowdown, i.e. ‘straining household incomes’ & part P states another negative impact, i.e. ‘reducing consumer spending’. So, P will follow R. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.
2140SSC2025English 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. The primary factor in its formation was the Colorado River, which gradually carved through layers of rock, deepening and widening the canyon. 2. The Grand Canyon was formed over millions of years through the combined forces of geological activity and erosion. 3. Weathering from wind, rain, and temperature changes further shaped the canyon's intricate rock formations. 4. Tectonic uplift of the Colorado Plateau increased the river's flow and erosive power, allowing it to cut deeper into the landscape.
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Correct option: C — 2 -1 - 4 - 3
2-1-4-3 Sentence 2 will be the starting line as it introduces the main idea of the parajumble, i.e. the formation of the Grand Canyon millions of years ago. And, Sentence 1 states the primary factor responsible for its formation. So, 1 will follow 2. Further, sentence 4 states that tectonic uplift of the Colorado Plateau increased the river’s flow and erosive power. So, 4 will follow 1. Sentence 3 concludes the parajumble by stating that weathering from wind, rain, and temperature changes further shaped the canyon’s intricate rock formations. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.

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English Language MCQ practice free online · page 214

Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a meaningful passage. 1. The soil was ploughed to prepare the field. 2. Water and fertilizers were applied to the saplings. 3. Seeds were sown in neat rows across the land. 4. The harvest was gathered at the end of the season.

Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a meaningful sentence. P. for final approval and funding Q . was presented to the city council R. The comprehensive plan S. designed by the urban architects

Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. Conservation efforts P. while facing resistance from industrial sectors Q . protecting endangered species and habitats R. restoring ecological balance in sensitive regions S. have gained momentum in recent decades,

Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. Inflation P. making it difficult for households Q . to manage daily expenses R. affects purchasing power S. and leads to increased cost of living,

Rearrange the following parts (P, Q, R, S) to form the most meaningful and grammatically correct sentence: P. though he lacked international experience Q. was selected for the Olympic squad R. the young shooter S. due to his exceptional performance at the national trials

Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. The update P. ensuring security Q . enhanced encryption R. and data autonomy S. across user devices

Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. The economic slowdown P. reducing consumer spending Q . in multiple industries R. straining household incomes and S. has led to job losses

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