SSC CPO 2021 PYQ — Question 99

SSC CPO Tier II - 8 Nov 2021 • English • Q99

Given below are six sentences. A and F are the first and the last sentences. The rest of the sentences namely B, C, D and E are jumbled. Select the option that gives their correct order.

A. Indeed, Kondiba, the beggar, had saved a life.

B. However, word soon began to spread about the beggar’s courage.

C. By afternoon Kondiba was back on the streets of Bombay with his gunny sack.

D. But his own still had to go on, and for him this meant begging.

E. His picture and the story of his daring rescue were published in many newspapers.

F. Suddenly Kondiba became a hero.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. ADCBEF.

A: This sets up the context for Kondiba's heroism.

C: This shows Kondiba’s return to his usual life after the event.

D: This explains why Kondiba continued begging despite his heroism.

B: This indicates that Kondiba’s actions started getting noticed.

E: This describes the media attention Kondiba received.

F: This concludes with Kondiba’s newfound status as a hero.

So, the correct order is ADCBEF.