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.The shopman was very interested in selling this creamy box to her as he would gain a big margin.
B.The man on the counter showed her 'an exquisite little enamel box' with a very fine glaze as if baked in cream.
C.As the box was too expensive, priced twenty-eight guineas, she asked the
shopkeeper to keep it for her.
D.She went inside a little antique shop in Curzon Street. This was the usual shop where the shopkeeper was ridiculously fond of serving her.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. DBAC.
Sentence D sets the scene by describing the setting where the interaction takes place.
Sentence B provides detail about the item being shown to the woman, which is the focus of the interaction.
Sentence A describes the shopkeeper's eagerness to sell the item, indicating a potential motive behind his actions.
Sentence C concludes the interaction by mentioning the woman's decision to keep the item despite its high price.