In the following question, the first and the last parts of the sentence/passage are numbered 1 and 6. The rest of the sentence/passage is split into four parts-P, Q, R, and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence/passage and find the most logical order of the parts between 1 and 6.
1. It started raining in the evening.
P: People ran to shelters.
Q: Water collected on roads.
R: Traffic moved slowly.
S: Many opened their umbrellas.
6. It was a heavy shower.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The most logical order for the sentences provided is SPRQ.
Logical sequence:
1. It started raining in the evening: This sets the initial scene.
S: Many opened their umbrellas: The immediate reaction to the start of rain.
P: People ran to shelters: As the rain continues or intensifies, people seek cover.
R: Traffic moved slowly: Rain creates hazards and reduced visibility, slowing down vehicles.
Q: Water collected on roads: Over time, the rainfall accumulates on the ground.
6. It was a heavy shower: This concludes the passage by describing the intensity of the event that caused the preceding actions.