SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 5

SSC CGL - 14 July 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q5

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. But she has no idea an aunt and uncle are waiting for her.
B. 'The Strange Child' is the story of a young girl who believes she is the only one on the planet.
C. Her parents simply vanished into thin air one day.
D. She travels the world in search of Nevada because she aspires to reside in the Mojave Desert.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is BCDA i.e. option 4.

Sentence B introduces the story and the main character's belief that she is alone on the planet.

Sentence C provides context about the disappearance of the main character's parents.

Sentence D describes the main character's journey and her search for Nevada.

Sentence A adds a twist by revealing that the main character is unaware of the existence of her aunt and uncle, setting up a potential resolution or turning point in the story.