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Correct option: D — RSPQ

RSPQ Sentence 1 is the starting line as it introduces the main idea of the parajumble, i.e. ‘The invention of the telescope changed astronomy.’ Sentence R talks about the limitations of the previous knowledge to nearby celestial bodies. So, R will follow S1. Sentence S talks about the new tool & sentence P states that scientists could observe distant galaxies. So, P will follow S. Further, sentence Q states that they discovered stars not visible to the naked eye. So, Q will follow P. Finally, sentence 6 completes the parajumble by stating that astronomy became a precise science. Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: B — PRSQ

PRSQ Sentence 1 is the starting line as it introduces the main idea of the parajumble, i.e. “The invention of the wheel changed the world.” Sentence P talks about the first effect, stating that transport became easier. So, P will follow S1. Sentence R talks about another effect, stating that travel became faster, so R will follow P. Further, sentence S mentions that roads improved quickly, so S will follow R. Sentence Q states that machines could now be built, showing a broader impact, so Q will follow S. Finally, sentence 6 completes the parajumble by stating that it was a great invention. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: C — CDAB

CDAB The given sentence starts with part C as it introduces the subject, i.e. “many guests.” Part D follows with the helping verb “were.” Part A gives the main verb “invited,” and finally, part B completes the sentence by stating the occasion of the invitation. Going through the options, option (c) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: D — PRQS

PRQS Sentence 1 is the starting line as it introduces the main idea of the i.e. “Recycling helps in environmental protection.” Sentence P states that it reduces the amount of waste in landfills. So, P will follow S1. And, sentence R states that it also cuts down pollution caused by burning waste. So, R will follow P. Further, sentence Q provides a specific example that recycling paper saves trees and water. So, Q will follow R. However, sentence S states that awareness among people is still low. So, S will follow Q . Going through the options, option (d) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: A — ABCD

ABCD The given sentence starts with part A as it tells us the time of the event. And, part B contains the subject of the sentence. So, B will follow A. Further, part C contains the main verb ‘went’ & part D tells us the place where they went. So, D will follow C. Going through the options, option (a) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: C — BACD

BACD “Subject + verb + object + adverb of place + adverb of time” is the correct grammatical structure. ‘Many passengers’ is the subject. ‘Were injured’ is the verb. ‘in the accident’ denotes the place or occasion. ‘Yesterday’ is an adverb of time. Hence, BACD is the correct sequence.

Correct option: B — BCDA

BCDA The given sentence starts with part B as it introduces the subject, i.e. “wildlife sanctuaries.” Part C follows with the verb “have been established.” Part D states the place “across the country,” and finally, part A states the purpose of the sanctuaries, i.e. “to protect endangered species.” Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: B — ACBD

ACBD The given sentence starts with part A as it introduces the subject, “the winner.” Part C follows with “was,” forming the passive structure. Part B gives the past participle “declared,” and finally, part D adds the time expression “yesterday.” Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: A — QPSR

QPSR Sentence 1 introduces the topic with “Economic inflation affects both consumers and businesses.” First, Sentence Q follows because it explains the consumer impact with “Rising prices reduce the purchasing power of individuals.” Next, Sentence P comes as it highlights the business consequence with “Businesses struggle to maintain profit margins.” Then, Sentence S adds the wider effect with “It creates uncertainty in long-term investment planning.” Finally, Sentence R logically concludes the sequence with the government’s response with “Governments may intervene through monetary policy.” Thus, option (a) has the correct sequence.

Correct option: B — 1-4-3-2

1-4-3-2 Sentence 1 is the starting line as it introduces the main idea of the parajumble, i.e. “Cybersecurity is a growing concern in the digital age.” And, sentence 4 explains what cybersecurity means, so sentence 4 will follow sentence 1. Further, sentence 3 states that hackers use advanced techniques to steal data, and sentence 2 states that strong passwords, encryption, and awareness can help prevent cybercrimes. So, sentence 2 will follow sentence 3. Going through the options, option (b) has the correct sequence.