Question

In the traditions of many religions throughout the world (including Judaeo–Christian beliefs), there has long been a sustained belief that the Universe as we know it today did not exist forever in the past, and that there was a spontaneous act which gave birth to all that has been, and all that will be. In other words, the Universe itself has not been eternal as our senses might indicate at first glance, \ldots\ Which of the following options can meaningfully complete the above sentence?

• A. but has a limited lifespan after its creation.
• B. but our senses give us the right knowledge.
• C. however, on second glance, our religious beliefs are right.
• D. however, it is a ball of intense energy.
• E. however, it could not have been created.

Hint:

In RC questions, look for continuity of logic. Here, the passage contrasts “eternal” vs. “created,” so the correct option must support the finite, limited lifespan idea.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The passage emphasizes that many religious traditions believe the Universe was created in a specific act of origin and therefore is not eternal. The logical continuation is that if it had a definite beginning, it also has a limited existence — not infinite in time.
Option (A) correctly follows the idea of a Universe created in time and therefore limited in duration.
Option (B) contradicts the passage because it claims our senses (which indicate eternity) give the right knowledge.
Option (C) is vague and subjective, not logically tied to the creation argument.
Option (D) introduces irrelevant imagery (“ball of intense energy”).
Option (E) denies creation, which directly conflicts with the premise. Hence, the most meaningful completion is: \[ \boxed{\text{but has a limited lifespan after its creation.}} \]