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 small stream emerged from a cluster of rocks to feed the pool.
B. It was on such a day – a hot, tired day – that Ranji found the pool in the forest.
C. During the monsoon, this stream would be a gushing torrent, cascading down from
the hills, but during the summer, it was barely a trickle.
D. The water had a gentle translucency, and you could see the smooth round pebbles
at the bottom of the pool.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. BACD.
B introduces the main subject and setting where Ranji finds the pool
A describes a small stream feeding the pool giving a natural continuation
C compares the stream in different seasons adding descriptive background
D gives a visual image of the pool concluding the paragraph smoothly
Final Arrangement:
B It was on such a day – a hot tired day – that Ranji found the pool in the forest
A A small stream emerged from a cluster of rocks to feed the pool
C During the monsoon this stream would be a gushing torrent cascading down from the hills but during the summer it was barely a trickle
D The water had a gentle translucency and you could see the smooth round pebbles at the bottom of the pool
Conclusion: B A C D forms the most meaningful and coherent paragraph