SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 11

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 6 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • English • Q11

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

A. Sew the two rectangular pieces together all the way to make a double layer.
B. Finally sew the elastic straps to the mask along the long edges.
C. Now make three evenly spaced pleats in the sewn rectangles.
D. In order to make a face mask, take 2 rectangular pieces of cotton fabric that measure about 7 inches by 9 inches.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. DACB.

Logical flow:

D: This sentence introduces the main task—making a face mask—and provides the initial materials required. It's the natural starting point.
A: After gathering the fabric, the next step is to sew the two rectangular pieces together to form a double layer.
C: Once the mask base is ready, pleats are made to allow the mask to expand and fit properly.
B: The final step is to attach the elastic straps, which hold the mask in place on the ears.

Thus, the correct sequence becomes: D → A → C → B

Final Sentence:
In order to make a face mask, take 2 rectangular pieces of cotton fabric that measure about 7 inches by 9 inches. Sew the two rectangular pieces together all the way to make a double layer. Now make three evenly spaced pleats in the sewn rectangles. Finally sew the elastic straps to the mask along the long edges.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.