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The taxonomical aid used for identification of plants and animals based on the similarities and dissimilarities is:
  • a)
    Museum
  • b)
    Key
  • c)
    Park
  • d)
    Zoo
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arya Bajaj answered
Key is the taxonomical aid used for identification of plants and animals based on the similarities and dissimilarities.

Explanation:
A key is a taxonomical tool that helps in the identification of plants and animals based on the similarities and dissimilarities among them. It consists of a series of choices that lead the user to the correct identification of the organism. The key is based on the characteristics that are unique to a particular group of organisms.

The keys are usually in the form of a dichotomous key which consists of a series of paired statements or questions. Each statement or question has two choices, and the user must choose the one that best describes the organism being identified. The user continues through the key until the organism is identified.

Keys can be used for the identification of plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria. They are used in a variety of fields, such as botany, zoology, microbiology, and ecology.

In conclusion, a key is a taxonomical aid that helps in the identification of plants and animals based on their similarities and dissimilarities. It is a useful tool for scientists, educators, and amateur naturalists who want to identify organisms in the field or laboratory.
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 Blepheroplast is a type of :-
  • a)
    Centriole
  • b)
    Plastid
  • c)
    Cilia
  • d)
    Mitochondria
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Hansa Sharma answered
A basal body or blepharoplast is an organelle formed from a centriole, and a short cylindrical array of microtubules. It is found at the base of a eukaryotic undulipodium and serves as a nucleation site for the growth of the axoneme microtubules. Centrioles, from which basal bodies are derived, act as anchoring sites for proteins that in turn anchor microtubules within centrosomes, and are known as the microtubule organizing center (MTOC). These microtubules provide structure and facilitate movement of vesicles and organelles within many eukaryotic cells. The term, basal body is, however, reserved specifically for the base structures of eukaryote cilia and flagella which extend out from the cell.

In questions below, each passage consist of six sentences. The first and sixth sentence are given in the begining. The middle four sentences in each have been removed and jumbled up. These are labelled as P, Q, R and S. Find out the proper order for the four sentences.
Q.
S1:Venice is a strange and beautiful city in the north of Italy.
P :There are about four hundred old stone bridges joining the island of Venice.
Q :In this city there are no motor cars, no horses, no buses.
R :These small islands are near one another.
S :It is not an island but a hundred and seventeen islands.
S6:This is because Venice has no streets.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    PQRS
  • b)
    PRQS
  • c)
    SRPQ
  • d)
    PQSR
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Rana answered
It is not an island but a hundred and seventeen islands. These small islands are near one another. There are about four hundred old stone bridges joining the island of Venice. In this city there are no motor cars, no horses, no buses.

The grocer
P :did not listen to the protests of customer
Q :who was in the habit of weighing less
R :whom he had cheated
S :with great audacity
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    PRSQ
  • b)
    QSPR
  • c)
    QPRS
  • d)
    PQSR
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Rana answered
The correct order will be:
The grocer → who was in the habit of weighing less (Q)→ did not listen to the protests of customer (P)→ whom he had cheated (R)→ with great audacity. (S)

Ribophorin–I and II occur on the surface of :–
  • a)
    Rough E.R.
  • b)
    Smooth E.R.
  • c)
    Golgi body
  • d)
    None
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ashwin Saini answered
Ribophorin is a protein that plays a role in the processing and transport of proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) of a cell. It is a glycosylated integral membrane protein that is part of the oligosaccharyltransferase (OST) complex.

The OST complex is responsible for attaching glycosylation (sugar) chains to newly synthesized proteins in the ER. Ribophorin acts as a subunit within this complex, helping to guide the attachment of these sugar chains to target proteins. This glycosylation process is important for protein folding, stability, and cellular localization.

Ribophorin is also involved in protein transport within the ER. It helps to maintain the integrity of the ER membrane and aids in the translocation of proteins across the membrane. Additionally, it may play a role in the quality control of newly synthesized proteins, ensuring that correctly folded proteins are transported to their appropriate destinations in the cell.

Overall, ribophorin is an essential protein in the ER that is involved in protein glycosylation and transport, contributing to the proper functioning of cellular processes.

It has been established that
P :Einstein was
Q :although a great scientist
R :weak in arithmetic
S :right from his school days
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SRPQ
  • b)
    QPRS
  • c)
    QPSR
  • d)
    RQPS
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Rana answered
The correct order will be:
It has been established that → although a great scientist (Q)→ Einstein was (P)→ weak in arithmetic (R)→ right from his school days(S). 

Most diagnostic character of centromere is :-
  • a)
    Kinetochore
  • b)
    Kinetosome
  • c)
    Satellite body
  • d)
    Chromonema
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ramesh Chand answered
The most diagnostic character of the centromere is the kinetochore. The kinetochore is the protein structure on chromatids where the spindle fibres attach during cell division to pull sister chromatids apart. The kinetochore forms in eukaryotes assemble on the centromere and links the chromosome to microtubule polymers from the mitotic spindle during mitosis and meiosis. So, the correct answer is option 'A'.

It was to be
P :before their school examination
Q :which was due to start
R :the last expedition
S :in a month's
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SRQP
  • b)
    RQSP
  • c)
    RPQS
  • d)
    SPRQ
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Vaibhav Chakraborty answered
Proper Sequence: RPQS

Explanation:

R: The sentence talks about the expedition which was the last expedition. Hence, it should be the opening sentence.

P: The sentence talks about an event that was to happen before the school examination. The event is not yet specified. Hence, P should follow R.

Q: The sentence talks about the event which was due to start. Since P talks about an event that was to happen before the school examination, Q should follow P.

S: The sentence talks about a time frame. It says that the event was to happen within a month. Hence, S should be the last sentence.

Therefore, the correct sequence is RPQS. Option C is the correct answer.

S1:Smoke oozed up between the planks.
P :Passengers were told to be ready to quit the ship.
Q :The rising gale fanned the smouldering fire.
R :Everyone now knew there was fire on board.
S :Flames broke out here and there.
S6:Most people bore the shock bravely.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SRQP
  • b)
    QPSR
  • c)
    RSPQ
  • d)
    QSRP
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Jayant Mishra answered
Through the ages, plants have evolved from simple to more complex forms. First there were water plants then land plants appeared during the Paleozoic era. Records of the history of the world are contained in fossils. But since the fossil remains appear locked in rock layers, they are closely related to the geologist area of investigation.

The question below consists of a set of labeled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.
P. We are naturally social creatures.
Q. A bit of solitude—as everyone from Thoreau to Proust have written about—is one of our most powerful tools for disconnecting and recharging.
R. This does not mean you need to lock yourself away in a room at the end of the day.
S. However, all that time with people takes its toll.
  • a)
    PQRS
  • b)
    QSRP
  • c)
    SPQR
  • d)
    PSQR
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranab Goyal answered
Understanding the Sentence Order
To create a coherent paragraph from the given sentences, we need to analyze the logical flow of ideas.
Sentence Analysis
- P: "We are naturally social creatures."
This sentence introduces the topic of social behavior, setting the stage for discussing interactions with others.
- S: "However, all that time with people takes its toll."
This sentence logically follows P, as it acknowledges the potential drawbacks of being social, hinting that there are consequences to constant social interaction.
- Q: "A bit of solitude—as everyone from Thoreau to Proust have written about—is one of our most powerful tools for disconnecting and recharging."
This sentence introduces the concept of solitude as a remedy to the toll mentioned in S, indicating its importance for mental health.
- R: "This does not mean you need to lock yourself away in a room at the end of the day."
This sentence provides a balanced perspective on solitude, suggesting moderation rather than extreme isolation.
Logical Arrangement
The most logical order is:
1. P - Introduces the idea of being social.
2. S - Discusses the impact of socializing.
3. Q - Introduces solitude as a solution.
4. R - Clarifies that solitude does not require complete isolation.
Thus, the correct sequence is PSQR, effectively transitioning from the nature of social beings to the need for solitude and the moderation of that solitude.
Conclusion
Therefore, the correct answer is option D (PSQR) as it encapsulates a coherent thought process about social interaction and solitude.

S1:For some time in his youth Abraham Lincoln was manager for a shop.
P :Then a chance Customer would come.
Q :Young Lincoln way of keeping shop was entirely unlike anyone else's
R :Lincoln would jump up and attend to his needs and then revert to his reading.
S :He used to lie full length on the counter of the shop eagerly reading a book.
S6:Never before had Lincoln had so much time for reading as had then.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SRQP
  • b)
    QSPR
  • c)
    SQRP
  • d)
    QPSR
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Nandini Dasgupta answered
Ans.

Option (b)
Young Lincoln way of keeping shop was entirely unlike anyone else’s. He used to lie full length on the counter of the shop eagerly reading a book. Then a chance customer would come. Lincoln would jump up and attend to his needs and then revert to his reading.

Comprehension:
Directions: Read the following sentences carefully. Identify the sentence that does not belong to the coherent paragraph when arranged in a logical sequence. Once identified, rearrange the remaining sentences to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph, and answer the following questions.
A. Ongoing research endeavours encompass a comprehensive exploration of herbal remedies aimed at addressing multifaceted health issues; however, their efficacy in combating HIV remains indeterminate despite promising initial findings.
B. Although newer treatments and long-acting therapies show promise, the delay in adopting these innovations poses a significant risk of exacerbating the HIV pandemic, impeding progress towards the ultimate goal of ending AIDS worldwide.
C. However, despite remarkable scientific advancements, the ongoing spread of HIV persists due to delayed implementation of preventive interventions and the absence of PrEP in certain regions, hindering containment efforts.
D. To combat this ongoing public health challenge effectively, a holistic strategy integrating diagnostics, treatment, care, community involvement, and timely implementation of available tools is imperative to finally eliminate the scourge of AIDS from our societies.
E. The ambitious target of achieving 95% diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression among people living with HIV by 2025 remains unmet, highlighting the urgent need for swift and comprehensive program implementation on a global scale.
F. Effective antiretroviral therapies have revolutionized HIV management, preventing viral multiplication, reducing opportunistic infections, and saving over 21 million lives globally, enabling those infected to lead relatively normal lives.
Q. Which of the following titles best fits the paragraph?
  • a)
    Importance of Youth Empowerment in HIV Education and Prevention
  • b)
    The Intersection of Mental Health and HIV Care: Addressing Complexities
  • c)
    Addressing Global HIV Challenges: Holistic Strategies for Eradication
  • d)
    Social Stigma and HIV: Breaking Barriers in Communities Worldwide
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Malavika Rane answered
Identifying the Coherent Paragraph
The sentence that does not fit well in the paragraph is:
A. Ongoing research endeavours encompass a comprehensive exploration of herbal remedies aimed at addressing multifaceted health issues; however, their efficacy in combating HIV remains indeterminate despite promising initial findings.
This sentence diverges from the main focus on HIV management and public health strategies.
Logical Sequence of Remaining Sentences
The remaining sentences can be rearranged to create a coherent narrative as follows:
1. B. Although newer treatments and long-acting therapies show promise, the delay in adopting these innovations poses a significant risk of exacerbating the HIV pandemic, impeding progress towards the ultimate goal of ending AIDS worldwide.
2. C. However, despite remarkable scientific advancements, the ongoing spread of HIV persists due to delayed implementation of preventive interventions and the absence of PrEP in certain regions, hindering containment efforts.
3. D. To combat this ongoing public health challenge effectively, a holistic strategy integrating diagnostics, treatment, care, community involvement, and timely implementation of available tools is imperative to finally eliminate the scourge of AIDS from our societies.
4. E. The ambitious target of achieving 95% diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression among people living with HIV by 2025 remains unmet, highlighting the urgent need for swift and comprehensive program implementation on a global scale.
5. F. Effective antiretroviral therapies have revolutionized HIV management, preventing viral multiplication, reducing opportunistic infections, and saving over 21 million lives globally, enabling those infected to lead relatively normal lives.
Explanation of the Chosen Title
The title "Addressing Global HIV Challenges: Holistic Strategies for Eradication" (option 'C') is the most appropriate because:
- It encapsulates the overarching theme of the paragraph, which discusses the challenges in managing HIV and the necessity for a comprehensive strategy.
- The focus on holistic strategies aligns with the suggested integration of various interventions as highlighted in sentence D.
- It emphasizes the urgency of addressing global HIV issues, which resonates with the context of unmet targets and the need for effective implementation mentioned in sentences E and F.
This title effectively captures both the challenges and the proposed solutions discussed in the coherent paragraph.

In each question below, there is a sentence of which some parts have been jumbled up. Rearrange these parts which are labelled P, Q, R and S to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence.
If you need help
P :promptly and politely
Q :ask for attendants
R :to help our customers
S :who have instructions
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SQPR
  • b)
    QPSR
  • c)
    QSRP
  • d)
    SQRP
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Arshiya Nair answered
Question: Rearrange the given parts P, Q, R, and S to form a meaningful sentence:

P: promptly and politely

Q: ask for attendants

R: to help our customers

S: who have instructions

The proper sequence is:

a) SQPR

b) QPSR

c) QSRP

d) SQRP

Answer:

The given sentence is jumbled up, and the task is to rearrange the parts P, Q, R, and S to form a meaningful sentence.

Step 1: Identifying the Subject and Object

To form a meaningful sentence, it is essential to identify the subject and object of the given sentence.

Subject: the person or thing that performs the action

Object: the person or thing that receives the action

In the given sentence, the subject is 'we' (the speaker), and the object is 'customers.'

Step 2: Identifying the Action

Once the subject and object are identified, the next step is to find the action that is being performed.

In the given sentence, the action is to 'ask for attendants to help our customers.'

Step 3: Arranging the Parts

Now that we have identified the subject, object, and action, we can arrange the given parts P, Q, R, and S to form a meaningful sentence.

P: promptly and politely - Adverbial phrase that modifies the verb 'ask.'

Q: ask for attendants - Verb phrase that expresses the action.

R: to help our customers - Prepositional phrase that acts as an object complement.

S: who have instructions - Relative clause that modifies the noun 'customers.'

Hence, the proper sequence to form a meaningful sentence is:

Q - Ask for attendants

S - Who have instructions

R - To help our customers

P - Promptly and politely

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'c' - QSRP.

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. However, when areas in Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn’t grind to a halt.
B. Ladakh is a cold desert with a low average annual rainfall.
C. Thus, glaciers have been the main source of water for the people.
D. This was because Chewang Norphel, a retired civil engineer came up with the idea of artificial glaciers.
  • a)
    BCDA
  • b)
    BCAD
  • c)
    DABC
  • d)
    CBDA
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The given question is an example of a Para Jumble.
  • We know that the first statement of a para jumbled question is usually an independent general statement, a noun, a universal fact, starting of an incident, or it starts with 'most' or 'once'.
    • Sentence B will be the first sentence because it is an introductory sentence and talks about the cold desert of 'Ladakh'.
    • Sentence C will be the next sentence because the previous sentence talks about the cold desert and Sentence C further tells us what is the source of water for the people in Ladakh.
    • Sentence A will be the next sentence because it is connected with the previous sentence.
    • Lastly, Sentence D will be used.
    • Thus, the correct sequence is:
      • B: Ladakh is a cold desert with a low average annual rainfall.
      • C: Thus, glaciers have been the main source of water for the people.
      • A: However, when areas in Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn’t grind to a halt.
      • D: This was because Chewang Norphel, a retired civil engineer came up with the idea of artificial glaciers.
         
Correct Sequence: Ladakh is a cold desert with a low average annual rainfall. Thus, glaciers have been the main source of water for the people. However, when areas in Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn’t grind to a halt. This was because Chewang Norphel, a retired civil engineer came up with the idea of artificial glaciers.

S1:A gentleman who lived alone always had two plates placed on the table at dinner time.
P :One day just as he sat down to dine, the cat rushed in to the room.
Q :One plate was for himself and other was for his cat.
R :she drooped a mouse into her own plate and another into her master plate.
S :He used to give the cat a piece of meat from his own plate.
S6:In this way the cat showed her gratitude to her master.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    QSPR
  • b)
    PSRQ
  • c)
    QRSP
  • d)
    RPQS
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Mainak Verma answered
The correct sequence is QSPR.

Explanation:

Q: One plate was for himself and other was for his cat.

S: He used to give the cat a piece of meat from his own plate.

P: One day just as he sat down to dine, the cat rushed into the room.

R: She drooped a mouse into her own plate and another into her master plate.

S6: In this way the cat showed her gratitude to her master.

The given sentences talk about a gentleman who lived alone and always kept two plates on the table at dinner time, one for himself and another for his cat. The cat was given a piece of meat from the gentleman's plate. One day, as the gentleman sat down to dine, the cat rushed into the room. She dropped a mouse into her own plate and another into her master plate, showing her gratitude.

Hence, the correct sequence is QSPR.

S1:Hungary, with a population of about 10 million, lies between Czechoslovakia to the north and Yugoslavia to the south.
P :Here a great deal of grain is grown.
Q :In recent years, however, progress has been made also in the field of industrialisation.
R :Most of this country consists of an extremely fertile plain, through which the river Danube flows.
S :In addition to grain, the plain produces potatoes, sugar, wine and livestock.
S6:The new industries derive mainly from agricultural production.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    QRSP
  • b)
    RPSQ
  • c)
    PRSQ
  • d)
    RQSP
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Moumita Kaur answered
The correct sequence is RPSQ.

Explanation:
R: The first sentence talks about Hungary, its population, and its geographical location. It also mentions the river Danube flowing through the fertile plain.

P: The second sentence talks about the major crop grown in the plain, which is grain.

S: The third sentence lists other crops grown in the plain, such as potatoes, sugar, wine, and livestock.

Q: The fourth sentence talks about the progress made in industrialization in recent years.

S6: The final sentence talks about how the new industries in Hungary are derived mainly from agricultural production.

Therefore, the correct sequence is RPSQ.

Sentence of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. They can help you to decide the right products for you.
B. Advertisements can be extremely useful if they are honest.
C. Teenagers are especially vulnerable to such advertisements.
D. However, some advertisements may be harmful as they try to befool you.
  • a)
    CDAB
  • b)
    BCAD
  • c)
    CADB
  • d)
    BADC
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
The given question is an example of a Para Jumble.
  • We know that the first statement of a para jumbled question is usually an independent general statement, a noun, a universal fact, starting of an incident, or it starts with 'most' or 'once'. 
  • Sentence B will be the first sentence because it is an introductory sentence talking about the advertisements.
  • Sentence A will be the next sentence because it tells us what advertisements can do.
  • Sentence D will be the next sentence because it further tells us how harmful advertisements can be.
  • Lastly, Sentence C will be used.
Thus, the correct sequence is:
  • B: Advertisements can be extremely useful if they are honest.
  • A: They can help you to decide the right products for you.
  • D: However, some advertisements may be harmful as they try to befool you.
  • C: Teenagers are especially vulnerable to such advertisements.
 Correct Passage: Advertisements can be extremely useful if they are honest. They can help you to decide the right products for you. However, some advertisements may be harmful as they try to befool you. Teenagers are especially vulnerable to such advertisements.

Comprehension:
Arrange the sentences in the correct order and answer the following questions.
A. Over the past year, perceptions of relative U.S. economic power have declined in many of America’s key trading partners and allies.
B. Following the onset of the financial crisis nearly a decade ago, Europeans increasingly named China, rather than the U.S., as the world’s leading economic power. 
C. This year, however, the pattern has reversed itself again, and in countries such as Germany, the United Kingdom, and Spain, China is once more seen as occupying the top spot.
D. But in recent years, as the American economy slowly recovered, the pendulum began to swing back in the direction of the U.S. 
E. The trend can be seen in several European countries, where views about the economic balance of power have fluctuated in recent years. 
Q. Which of the following is the THIRD statement?
  • a)
    A
  • b)
    B
  • c)
    C
  • d)
    D
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
Let's analyze the logical flow of the passage to ascertain the correct order of the sentences:
A. Over the past year, perceptions of relative U.S. economic power have declined in many of America’s key trading partners and allies: Since this statement talks about the 'past year', 
E. The trend can be seen in several European countries, where views about the economic balance of power have fluctuated in recent years: Since this statement talks about the 'trend' mentioned in statement A and also talks about how the perception has 'fluctuated' in European countries, 
B. Following the onset of the financial crisis nearly a decade ago, Europeans increasingly named China, rather than the U.S., as the world’s leading economic power: Since this statement talks about what happened a decade (ten years) ago.
D. But in recent years, as the American economy slowly recovered, the pendulum began to swing back in the direction of the U.S.: This statement not only talks about the 'recent years' but also starts with 'But', thus indicating a contrasting comparison.
C. This year, however, the pattern has reversed itself again, and in countries such as Germany, the United Kingdom, and Spain, China is once more seen as occupying the top spot: Since this statement talks about the most recent time period, that is, 'this year', this should be the concluding sentence.
Thus the correct order of sentences is: Over the past year, perceptions of relative US economic power have declined in many of America's key trading partners and allies. The trend can be seen in several European countries, where views about the economic balance of power have fluctuated in recent years. following the onset of the financial crisis nearly a decade ago, Europeans increasingly named China, rather than the US, as the world's leading economic power. But in recent years, as the American economy slowly recovered, the pendulum began to swing back in the direction of the US. This year, however, the pattern has reversed itself again, and in countries such as Germany, the United Kingdom, and Spain, China is once more seen as occupying the top spot.

Practice Quiz or MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) with solutions are available for Practice, which would help you prepare for "Ordering of Sentences " under Verbal Aptitude. You can practice these practice quizzes as per your speed and improvise the topic. The same topic is covered under various competitive examinations like - CAT, GMAT, Bank PO, SSC and other competitive examinations.
Inst.
In questions below, each passage consist of six sentences. The first and sixth sentence are given in the begining. The middle four sentences in each have been removed and jumbled up. These are labelled as P, Q, R and S. Find out the proper order for the four sentences.
Q.
S1:In the middle of one side of the square sits the Chairman of the committee, the most important person in the room.
P :For a committee is not just a mere collection of individuals.
Q :On him rests much of the responsibility for the success or failure of the committee.
R :While this is happening we have an opportunity to get the 'feel' of this committe.
S :As the meeting opens, he runs briskly through a number of formalities.
S6:From the moment its members meet, it begins to have a sort nebulous life of its own.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    RSQP
  • b)
    PQRS
  • c)
    SQPR
  • d)
    QSRP
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Mihir Datta answered
On him rests much of the responsibility for the success or failure of the committee. As the meeting opens, he runs briskly through a number of formalities. While this is happening we have an opportunity to get the 'feel' of this committee. For a committee is not just a mere collection of individuals.

S1:And then Gandhi came.
P :Get off the backs of these peasants and workers, he told us, all you who live by their exploitation.
Q :He was like a powerful current of fresh air, like a beam of light, like a whirlwind that upset many things.
R :He spoke their language and constantly dre their attention to their appalling conditions.
S :He didn't descent from the top, he seemed to emerge from the masses of India.
S6:Political freedom took new shape and then acquired a new content.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    QSRP
  • b)

    SRQP
  • c)
    RSQP
  • d)
    PRSQ
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Debolina Sengupta answered
Ans.

Option (b)

He didn’t descent from the top, he seemed to emerge from the masses of India. He spoke their language and constantly drew their attention to their appalling conditions. He was like a powerful current of fresh air, like a beam of light, like a whirlwind that upset many things. Get off the backs of these peasants and workers, he told us, all you who live by their exploitation.

S1:On vacation in Tangier, Morocco, my friend and I sat down at a street cafe.
P :At one point, he bent over with a big smile, showing me, a single gold tooth and a dingy fez.
Q :soon I felt the presence of someone standing alongside me.
R :But this one wouldn't budge.
S :We had been cautioned about beggars and were told to ignore them.
S6:Finally a man walked over to me and whispered, "Hey buddy this guy is your waiter and he wants your order"
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SQRP
  • b)
    SQPR
  • c)
    QSRP
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Aisha Gupta answered
Explanation:

Identifying the key events:
- The key events in the story are: sitting at a street cafe, seeing the friend's gold tooth and fez, feeling the presence of someone, being cautioned about beggars, and finally, being approached by the man who reveals the waiter's identity.

Arranging the events:
- The sequence should start with the caution about beggars (S) as it sets the context for the following events.
- Next, the presence of someone standing alongside (Q) adds tension to the situation.
- Following this, the friend's action of showing the gold tooth and fez (P) is a significant visual detail.
- Finally, the climax of the story occurs when the man reveals the waiter's identity (R).

Correct sequence:
- Therefore, the correct sequence of events in the story should be QSRP. This sequence maintains a logical flow of events and builds up the narrative effectively.

S1:Ants eat worms, centipedes and spiders.
P :They are usually much quicker than the ant itself.
Q :Nevertheless, these animals do not make easy game for ants.
R :Besides, they have an extraordinary number of ways of escaping.
S:They also eat larvae and insect adults such as flies, moths and spring tails.
S6:Some jump, and some give out a pungent repellent substance.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SQPR
  • b)
    SPRQ
  • c)
    SQRP
  • d)
    SRQP
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Tanishq Shah answered
Sequence: SQPR

Explanation:

• Topic sentence: Ants' diet includes worms, centipedes, spiders, larvae, and insect adults such as flies, moths and springtails.
• Sentence 1 (S1): Ants eat worms, centipedes and spiders.
• Sentence 4 (S): They also eat larvae and insect adults such as flies, moths and springtails.
• Sentence 2 (P): They are usually much quicker than the ant itself.
• Sentence 3 (Q): Nevertheless, these animals do not make easy game for ants.
• Sentence 5 (R): Besides, they have an extraordinary number of ways of escaping.
• Sentence 6 (S6): Some jump, and some give out a pungent repellent substance.

Therefore, the proper sequence is SQPR.

S1:Biological evolution has not fitted man to any specific environment.
P :It is by no means a biological evolution, but it is a cultural one.
Q :His imagination, his reason, his emotional subtlety and toughness, makes it possible for him not to accept the environment but to change.
R :And that series of inventions by which man from age by age has reshaped his environment is a different kind of evolution.
S :Among the multitude of animals which scamper, burrow swim around us he is in the only one who is not locked in to his environment.
S6:That brilliant sequence of cultural peaks can most appropriately be termed the ascent of man.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    QPRS
  • b)
    SRQP
  • c)
    QRSP
  • d)
    SQRP
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Amrita Chopra answered
His imagination, his reason, his emotional subtlety and toughness, makes it possible for him not to accept the environment but to change. And that series of inventions by which man from age by age has reshaped his environment is a different kind of evolution. Among the multitude of animals which scamper, burrow swim around us he is in the only one who is not locked into his environment. It is by no means a biological evolution, but is a cultural one.

S1:The city is almost a slum and stinks most of time.
P :The slush on the road did not deter them.Q :The occasional slips and falls were considered a small price to pay for the trip.
R :They were excited, fascinated by the sight of fresh snow on the roads.
S :Even so, it looked beautiful to tourists of various categories.
S6:But some visitors came away with the unforgettable sight of young labours scantily clad.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    RQPS
  • b)
    QPRS
  • c)
    RSQP
  • d)
    SPQR
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sounak Chauhan answered
Even so, it looked beautiful to tourists of various categories. The slush on the road did not deter them. The occasional slips and falls were considered a small price to pay for the trip. They were excited, fascinated by the sight of fresh snow on the road.

Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence.
(a) is credited with saying
(b) do not dry your feet
(c) If you want to leave your footprint on the sands of time,
(d) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India
  • a)
    d,c,a,b
  • b)
    d,a,c,b
  • c)
    c,a,b,d
  • d)
    a,b,c,d,
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Nilesh Banerjee answered
Explanation:

Arranging the parts:
- (c) If you want to leave your footprint on the sands of time,
- (a) is credited with saying
- (b) do not dry your feet
- (d) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India

Forming the sentence:
- If you want to leave your footprint on the sands of time, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India is credited with saying, do not dry your feet.

S1:Palaeobotany is the study of fossil plants preserved in rocks dating back in millions of years.
P :Records of the history of the world are contained in fossils.
Q :Through the ages, plants have evolved from simple to more complex forms.
R :First there were water plants then land plants appeared during the Paleozoic era.
S :But since the fossil remains appear locked in rock layers, they are closely related to the geologist area of investigation.
S6:The fossil plants indicate the age of the rock, and also point to facts regarding climate, temperature and topography.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    RQSP
  • b)
    SQRP
  • c)
    PSQR
  • d)
    QRPS
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Rutuja Nair answered
Through the ages, plants have evolved from simple to more complex forms. First there were water plants then land plants appeared during the Paleozoic era. Records of the history of the world are contained in fossils. But since the fossil remains appear locked in rock layers, they are closely related to the geologist area of investigation.

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Out of the given options, pick the one that gives their correct order.
A. Judy reached out one hand and laid it on the soft neck of the fawn.
B. He moved forward on all fours until he was close to it.
C. He put his arms around its body.
D. The touch made him delirious.
  • a)
    ADBC
  • b)
    BACD
  • c)
    BDAC
  • d)
    ABDC
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Iq Funda answered
While rearranging the given sentences, we should look for some grammatical or contextual connections between the sentences-
  • A will be the first sentence as it is an independent sentence that is introducing the subject 'Judy'.
  • D will be the second sentence as it means that Judy became overjoyed as he touched the soft neck of the fawn.
  • B will be the third sentence. 'move on all fours' is a phrase that means 'with hands, knees and feet on the ground.' It says that Judy moved close to the fawn. 
  • C will be the last sentence as it means that Judy put his arms around the body of the fawn after moving closer to it. 
  • Therefore, according to the given explanation, option 1 is the correct answer. 
The correct order is ADBC:
  • A: Judy reached out one hand and laid it on the soft neck of the fawn.
  • D: The touch made him delirious.
  • B: He moved forward on all fours until he was close to it.
  • C: He put his arms around its body.

Comprehension:
Directions: Read the following sentences carefully. Identify the sentence that does not belong to the coherent paragraph when arranged in a logical sequence. Once identified, rearrange the remaining sentences to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph, and answer the following questions.
A. Ongoing research endeavours encompass a comprehensive exploration of herbal remedies aimed at addressing multifaceted health issues; however, their efficacy in combating HIV remains indeterminate despite promising initial findings.
B. Although newer treatments and long-acting therapies show promise, the delay in adopting these innovations poses a significant risk of exacerbating the HIV pandemic, impeding progress towards the ultimate goal of ending AIDS worldwide.
C. However, despite remarkable scientific advancements, the ongoing spread of HIV persists due to delayed implementation of preventive interventions and the absence of PrEP in certain regions, hindering containment efforts.
D. To combat this ongoing public health challenge effectively, a holistic strategy integrating diagnostics, treatment, care, community involvement, and timely implementation of available tools is imperative to finally eliminate the scourge of AIDS from our societies.
E. The ambitious target of achieving 95% diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression among people living with HIV by 2025 remains unmet, highlighting the urgent need for swift and comprehensive program implementation on a global scale.
F. Effective antiretroviral therapies have revolutionized HIV management, preventing viral multiplication, reducing opportunistic infections, and saving over 21 million lives globally, enabling those infected to lead relatively normal lives.
Q. Which of the following pairs represent the SECOND and FIFTH sentences in the correct arrangement?
  • a)
    AB
  • b)
    CD
  • c)
    EA
  • d)
    DC
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The paragraph addresses the persistent challenge of HIV spread despite medical advancements and the need for comprehensive action.
  • Sentence F is the first sentence as it initiates the paragraph by highlighting the significant impact of effective antiretroviral therapies in revolutionizing HIV management and saving millions of lives.
  • Sentence C is the second sentence as it follows F, acknowledging persistent HIV spread due to delayed interventions and the absence of preventive measures in certain regions.
  • Sentence E is the third sentence, following C, stressing the urgency of swift and comprehensive program implementation to achieve the ambitious 95% diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression target by 2025.
  • Sentence B is the fourth sentence and it addresses the risk posed by the delay in adopting newer treatments and therapies, hindering progress toward ending AIDS worldwide.
  • Sentence D is the last sentence, it concludes the paragraph, advocating for a holistic strategy integrating diagnostics, treatment, care, community involvement, and timely tools implementation as imperative to eliminate AIDS globally.
The correct sequence is FCEBD.
Therefore, the correct answer is "CD."

S1:A father having offered to take the baby out in a perambulator, was tempted by the sunny morning to slip into a pub for a glass of beer.
P :Indignant at her husband's behaviour, she decided to teach him a lesson.
Q :She wheeled away the pram.
R :A little later, his wife came by, where to her horror, she discovered her sleeping baby.
S :Leaving the pram outside, he disappeared inside the bar.
S6:She waited for him, anticipating the white face and quivering lips which would soon appear with the news that the baby had been stolen.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    SRPQ
  • b)
    RQPS
  • c)
    SPQR
  • d)
    PQSR
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Kunal Choudhury answered
Leaving the pram outside, he disappeared inside the bar. A little later, his wife came by, where to her horror, she discovered her sleeping baby. Indignant at her husband’s behavior, she decided to teach him a lesson. She wheeled away the pram.

S1:The Hound of Baskervilles was feared by the people of the area.
P :Some people spoke of seeing a huge, shadowy form a Hound at midnight on the moor.
Q :But they spoke of it in tones of horror.
R :Nobody had actually seen the hound.
S :This shadowy form did not reveal any details about the animal.
S6:The Hound of Baskervilles remains an unsolved mystery.
The Proper sequence should be:
  • a)
    PSRQ   
  • b)
    SPRQ
  • c)
    SPQR
  • d)
    PQRS
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Learnpro Institute answered
Let's analyze the sentence fragments logically:
S1: The Hound of Baskervilles was feared by the people of the area.
This sets the context — people are afraid.
Now check the options:
  • P: Some people spoke of seeing a huge, shadowy form a Hound at midnight on the moor.
    ➝ This adds detail to what they feared.
  • S: This shadowy form did not reveal any details about the animal.
    ➝ This logically follows P (it describes the shadowy form).
  • R: Nobody had actually seen the hound.
    ➝ This can contrast or elaborate on the sighting mentioned.
  • Q: But they spoke of it in tones of horror.
    ➝ Concludes the emotional reaction.
So the most logical order is:
P → S → R → Q

Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence.
(a) is credited with saying
(b) do not dry your feet
(c) If you want to leave your footprint on the sands of time,
(d) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India
  • a)
    d,c,a,b
  • b)
    d,a,c,b
  • c)
    c,a,b,d
  • d)
    a,b,c,d,
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Iq Funda answered
The given question is an example of a Para Jumble.
  • We know that the first statement of a para jumbled question is usually an independent general statement, a noun, a universal fact, etc.
  • Sentence D will be the first sentence because it is an introductory sentence and independent of all the other sentences.
  • Sentence A will be the next sentence because 'credited with saying' is directly connected with the first sentence.
  • Sentence C will be the next sentence because it tells the 'action' connect with the previous one.
  • Lastly, Sentence B will be used.
Correct Sentence: Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India is credited with saying If you want to leave your footprint on the sands of time, do not dry your feet.

Directions: Given below are four sentences in jumbled order. Select the option that gives their correct order.
A. This flight takes place on a hot summer day.
B. It has a pair of wings but bites them off after its ‘wedding’ flight.
C. In the heat, the queen leaves the nest and goes out to meet a drone, high up in the air.
D. The queen is the mother of the entire population of a colony of ants.
  • a)
    DBAC
  • b)
    BACD
  • c)
    CABD
  • d)
    ACBD
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Iq Funda answered
The sentence 'D' is independent of any other sentence as it is giving general information about "the queen of ants". Hence, 'D' is the first part.
  • Sentence B will come after D because it explains what the queen of ants does with the pair of wings.
  • Sentence A will come after B because it explains when the wedding flight takes place.
  • The sentence 'C' is the concluding part because it mentions what the queen of ants does in the heat.
 
Paragraph after rearranging the sentences: The queen is the mother of the entire population of a colony of ants. It has a pair of wings but bites them off after its ‘wedding’ flight. This flight takes place on a hot summer day. In the heat, the queen leaves the nest and goes out to meet a drone, high up in the air.

Comprehension:
Directions: Read the following sentences carefully. Identify the sentence that does not belong to the coherent paragraph when arranged in a logical sequence. Once identified, rearrange the remaining sentences to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph, and answer the following questions.
A. Ongoing research endeavours encompass a comprehensive exploration of herbal remedies aimed at addressing multifaceted health issues; however, their efficacy in combating HIV remains indeterminate despite promising initial findings.
B. Although newer treatments and long-acting therapies show promise, the delay in adopting these innovations poses a significant risk of exacerbating the HIV pandemic, impeding progress towards the ultimate goal of ending AIDS worldwide.
C. However, despite remarkable scientific advancements, the ongoing spread of HIV persists due to delayed implementation of preventive interventions and the absence of PrEP in certain regions, hindering containment efforts.
D. To combat this ongoing public health challenge effectively, a holistic strategy integrating diagnostics, treatment, care, community involvement, and timely implementation of available tools is imperative to finally eliminate the scourge of AIDS from our societies.
E. The ambitious target of achieving 95% diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression among people living with HIV by 2025 remains unmet, highlighting the urgent need for swift and comprehensive program implementation on a global scale.
F. Effective antiretroviral therapies have revolutionized HIV management, preventing viral multiplication, reducing opportunistic infections, and saving over 21 million lives globally, enabling those infected to lead relatively normal lives.
Q. Which sentence (after the final rearrangement) underscores the pressing necessity for the rapid and all-encompassing implementation of programs worldwide?
  • a)
    First
  • b)
    Second
  • c)
    Fourth
  • d)
    Third
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Bayshore Academy answered
The paragraph addresses the persistent challenge of HIV spread despite medical advancements and the need for comprehensive action.
Sentence F is the first sentence as it initiates the paragraph by highlighting the significant impact of effective antiretroviral therapies in revolutionizing HIV management and saving millions of lives.
Sentence C is the second sentence as it follows F, acknowledging persistent HIV spread due to delayed interventions and the absence of preventive measures in certain regions.
Sentence E is the third sentence, following C, stressing the urgency of swift and comprehensive program implementation to achieve the ambitious 95% diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression target by 2025.
Sentence B is the fourth sentence and it addresses the risk posed by the delay in adopting newer treatments and therapies, hindering progress toward ending AIDS worldwide.
Sentence D is the last sentence, it concludes the paragraph, advocating for a holistic strategy integrating diagnostics, treatment, care, community involvement, and timely tools implementation as imperative to eliminate AIDS globally.
The correct sequence is FCEBD.
After the rearrangement, the sentence that underscores the pressing necessity for the rapid and all-encompassing implementation of programs worldwide is the third sentence (Sentence E), stressing the urgent need for swift and comprehensive program implementation on a global scale to achieve the unmet target for HIV diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Third."

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