SSC CPO 2021 PYQ — Question 186

SSC CPO Tier II - 26 July 2021 • English • Q186

Given below are four sentences in jumbled order. Pick the option that gives their correct order.

A. The flute seller stands in a corner of the square near the hotel.
B. From time to time, he stands the pole on the ground, selects a flute and plays a tune.
C. In his hand is a pole from which protrude about fifty flutes in all directions.
D. They are all made from hollow bamboo stems.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ACDB

  • A: The flute seller stands in a corner of the square near the hotel. This sets the scene for where the flute seller is located.
  • C: In his hand is a pole from which protrude about fifty flutes in all directions. This describes the setup of the flutes.

  • D: They are all made from hollow bamboo stems. This provides information about the material of the flutes.

  • B: From time to time, he stands the pole on the ground, selects a flute and plays a tune. This explains what the flute seller does with the flutes.