Question

Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:
A. She excelled in academics, consistently topping her class.
B. Her passion for science led her to pursue a research career.
C. She won several awards for her groundbreaking contributions.
D. She pursued a PhD in physics at a prestigious university.

• A. A, B, D, C
• B. B, A, D, C
• C. A, D, B, C
• D. B, D, A, C
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Hint:

In para jumbles, start with a general introductory sentence, follow with motivations or actions, and end with outcomes to ensure a logical and chronological flow.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

- Step 1: Identify the logical flow. A coherent paragraph should follow a logical or chronological sequence, typically starting with a general introduction, followed by specific actions or motivations, and concluding with outcomes.
- Step 2: Analyze the role of each sentence.
- Sentence A: States she excelled in academics, serving as an introductory statement about her background.
- Sentence B: Describes her passion for science leading to a research career, indicating motivation.
- Sentence C: Mentions winning awards, suggesting a later achievement or outcome.
- Sentence D: Notes pursuing a PhD in physics, a specific academic step.
- Step 3: Determine a logical sequence. Academic excellence (A) sets the foundation, followed by passion driving her career choice (B), then pursuing a PhD (D) as a concrete action, and finally winning awards (C) as the result of her work. This suggests the sequence A, B, D, C.
- Step 4: Test option (1) A, B, D, C. The sequence is: excelled in academics (A) → passion led to research career (B) → pursued PhD (D) → won awards (C). This forms a chronological narrative: early success, motivation, action, and outcome.
- Step 5: Evaluate other options.
- Option (2) B, A, D, C: Starting with passion (B) before academic excellence (A) is illogical, as academic success likely precedes career motivation.
- Option (3) A, D, B, C: Placing PhD (D) before passion (B) disrupts the logical flow, as passion typically drives the decision to pursue a PhD.
- Option (4) B, D, A, C: Starting with passion and PhD before academic excellence is incoherent, as background success should come first.
- Step 6: Final conclusion. Option (1) A, B, D, C provides the most coherent and chronological paragraph structure, reflecting a logical progression from background to achievement.
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