Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. A big fancy dress ball was arranged to celebrate their homecoming.
B. It must have been a terrible shock for a young girl.
C. They had been married for a month, and they were just home from their honeymoon.
D. Just as the guests were starting to arrive, Charnley locked himself in his bedroom and shot himself.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. BCAD.
Logical flow:
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B: This introduces the emotional tone and hints at a distressing event.
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C: This gives background context about the couple and their recent marriage.
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A: This sets the scene for the celebration planned for their return.
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D: This is the tragic climax happening during the event.
Correct sequence: B → C → A → D
Final paragraph:
It must have been a terrible shock for a young girl. They had been married for a month, and they were just home from their honeymoon. A big fancy dress ball was arranged to celebrate their homecoming. Just as the guests were starting to arrive, Charnley locked himself in his bedroom and shot himself.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.