Question

Arrange the following sentences in a logical order to form a coherent paragraph.
(A) We are a long way over the green pastures.
(B) We have left the corn-fields behind, and have just come into the forest.
(C) Here, we halt at that small inn, which ornamented over the doors and windows with green branches for the Midsummer festival.
(D) The whole kitchen is hung round with branches of birch and the berries of the mountain-ash.
(E) The oat-cakes hang on long poles under the ceiling; the berries are suspended above the head of the old woman who is just scouring her brass kettle bright.

• A. Only A
• B. C, D and E
• C. B and C only
• D. E and D only
• E. Only C

Hint:

In sequence-based questions, start by identifying the introductory statement that sets the context. Then, look for a logical progression from general information to more specific details.

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

Step 1: Understanding the sequence.
The question asks us to arrange the sentences in a logical order to form a coherent paragraph. The key here is to observe the natural flow of events or description. Starting with a general statement and narrowing it down into specific details is the key to forming the right sequence.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) We are a long way over the green pastures: This serves as an introductory sentence, setting the scene for the rest of the paragraph. It introduces the setting of the green pastures.
(B) We have left the corn-fields behind, and have just come into the forest: This follows logically from (A), as it provides further context, describing the transition from the cornfields to the forest.
(C) Here, we halt at that small inn, which ornamented over the doors and windows with green branches for the Midsummer festival: This sentence follows (B) well, as it describes the next location — the inn — with additional details of the Midsummer festival. This marks the beginning of the main part of the paragraph.
(D) The whole kitchen is hung round with branches of birch and the berries of the mountain-ash: This sentence provides a detailed description of the inn’s kitchen. It makes sense to place this sentence after (C), which introduces the inn.
(E) The oat-cakes hang on long poles under the ceiling; the berries are suspended above the head of the old woman who is just scouring her brass kettle bright: This sentence provides specific details of the inn’s interior, following logically after (D).
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct order should start with (A), then (B), followed by (C), (D), and finally (E). Since the question specifies to choose the correct sequence, the answer is (E) Only C, as it correctly sets the scene at the inn.