SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 85

SSC MTS - 9 Feb 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q85

Given below are six sentences taken from a paragraph. The first and the last sentences are numbered S1 and S2 and are placed in the first and last positions respectively and are fixed in their positions. The other four sentences between the first and last sentences are jumbled up and are numbered A, B, C, and D. Rearrange the jumbled sentences in a logical sequence keeping the unity and coherence of the paragraph intact. Choose the correct alternative that best describes the sequence.

S1. When Kaveri reached the field she grinned to herself.

A. She worked hard in the field for the next few months and managed to grow a good crop.

B. All she needed to do now was sow the seeds.

C. Just as she had expected, the thief had spent the night digging up the land nicely for her.

D. She sold those and finally they had some money.

S2. With a part of this money Kaveri bought some jewellery.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The logical sequence of the jumbled sentences is C, B, A, and D, which fits into the paragraph as follows:

S1. When Kavery reached the field she grinned to herself.

C. Just as she had expected, the thief had spent the night digging up the land nicely for her.

B. All she needed to do now was sow the seeds.

A. She worked hard in the field for the next few months and managed to grow a good crop.

D. She sold those and finally they had some money.

S2. With a part of this money Kaveri bought some jewellery.