SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 2

SSC CGL - 25 Sep 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q2

Rearrange the following sentences to form a meaningful passage:

1. Marine ecosystems are sensitive to temperature shifts. 2. Coral bleaching is one visible consequence. 3. Rising ocean temperatures disrupt symbiotic algae. 4. This affects reef biodiversity and fisheries.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1-3-2-4.

 

Explanation:
Sentence 1 introduces the main topic that marine ecosystems are affected by temperature changes.
Sentence 3 logically follows by explaining that rising ocean temperatures disturb symbiotic algae.
Sentence 2 then states the result of this disturbance, i.e., coral bleaching.
Sentence 4 concludes by explaining the wider effects on biodiversity and fisheries.

Hindi Explanation:
Sentence 1 में मुख्य विषय बताया गया है कि समुद्री पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र तापमान परिवर्तन के प्रति संवेदनशील होते हैं।
Sentence 3 इसके बाद कारण बताता है कि बढ़ता समुद्री तापमान symbiotic algae को प्रभावित करता है।
Sentence 2 उस प्रभाव का परिणाम बताता है यानी coral bleaching।
Sentence 4 अंत में इसके व्यापक प्रभाव जैसे biodiversity और fisheries पर असर को बताता है।

Final Passage:
“Marine ecosystems are sensitive to temperature shifts. Rising ocean temperatures disrupt symbiotic algae. Coral bleaching is one visible consequence. This affects reef biodiversity and fisheries.”