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SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 28 June 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q23

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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.I was taking a stroll along the beach, when I came across a heap of plastic waste.
B.Realising the importance of removing the waste, I joined them
C.Some children came to clean the beach, seeing the dumped waste.
D.The adjacent industry had dumped the waste, which was floating, into the water,
therefore polluting the sea water.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. ADCB.

 

Explanation of the Correct Order:

  1. A – This sentence introduces the narrator and sets the scene.

  2. D – This explains the source and impact of the waste seen in Sentence A.

  3. C – Introduces new characters (the children) who respond to the situation.

  4. B – "Realising the importance of removing the waste, I joined them.

Final Coherent Paragraph:

A: I was taking a stroll along the beach, when I came across a heap of plastic waste.
D: The adjacent industry had dumped the waste, which was floating, into the water, therefore polluting the sea water.
C: Some children came to clean the beach, seeing the dumped waste.
B: Realising the importance of removing the waste, I joined them.

Hence, the chosen order will be correct.