Chapter: Coherence Tasks
Ordering of Words in a Sentence
Directions: Each of the following items in this section consists of a sentence, the parts of which have been jumbled. These parts have been labelled P, Q, R and S. Given below each sentence are four sequences namely (a), (b), (c) and (d). You are required to re-arrange the jumbled parts of the sentence and mark your response accordingly.
a sell-off as US Treasury yields P
surged to multi-year highs Q
on robust economic data R
global markets also witnessed S
In English syntax, the order of words is crucial for sentence clarity. The standard structure follows Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) format.
For correct ordering: SPQR: Global markets also witnessed (S) a sell-off (P) as US Treasury yields (Q) surged to multi-year highs (R).
Incorrect ordering could yield confusion or loss of meaning.
Remember the mnemonic S-V-O for Subject-Verb-Object while forming sentences: ensuring the logical sequence is always maintained.
Verified against Wren & Martin English Grammar.
Directions:In this section each item consists of six sentences that comprise a passage. The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each item have been jumbled and labelled P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
S1 : Our Constitution reminds us of the necessityof representation in a large democracy.
S6 : Elections have today become the mostvisible symbol of the democratic process.
P : This is why election become important.
Q : Therefore, representatives are elected by the people
R : Whenever we think of India as a democracy,our mind invariably turns to our successfulelection
S : All citizens cannot participate in taking every decision.
The passage revolves around the concept of representation within a democratic framework. Proper sequencing enhances comprehension of the interconnectedness in a democratic society.
Remember that representation is fundamental in democracy. Think "Elected voices = Public decisions" to aid in recalling the correct flow.
Verified against Wren & Martin English Grammar, and relevant polity chapters.
Directions:In this section each item consists of six sentences that comprise a passage. The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each item have been jumbled and labelled P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
S1 : The South African Constitution was inaugurated in December 1996.
S6 : A special constitutional court enforces therights enshrined in the Constitution.
P : Its creation and promulgation took placeat a time when South Africa still faced the threat of a civil war after the dissolution of the Apartheid Government.
Q : The South African Constitution says that its“Bill of Rights is a cornerstone of democracy in South Africa“.
R : Apropos, it for bids discrimination on the grounds of “race, gender, pregnancy, maritalstatus, ethnic or social origin, colour, age, disability, religion, conscience, belief, culture,language and birth“.
S : The Bill of Rights grants perhaps the most extensive range of rights to the citizens.
The passage requires understanding the logical flow of information. The premise should begin with background information, followed by significance, elaboration on specific details, and conclude with enforcement, aligning with the structure geared towards clarity.
Correct Sequence Example: P (Historical Context) → Q (Significance) → S (Range of Rights) → R (Specifics of Rights).
Incorrect Sequence Example: S → R → P → Q lacks coherence.
Remember the structure of a good narrative: Background (P) → Importance (Q) → General Statement (S) → Details (R).
Verified against South African Constitutional Law Discussions, 1996.
Directions:In this section each item consists of six sentences that comprise a passage. The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each item have been jumbled and labelled P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
S1 : National highways connect one state withanother and are of national importance.
S6 : These road system are also known as primary road systems and are laid and operated under the supervision of the National Highways Authority of India.
P : They are important because, whereas they constitute merely two per cent of the total road networks, yet they carry 40 per cent of the total road traffic.
Q : The road infrastructure of the country is therefore crucial, and their construction and maintenance is of critical importance.
R : They bear the load of traffic because theseroads connect long distance and pass through major cities and towns.
S : Since they cover the length and breadth of the nation and connect cities and towns, these highways are the primary facilitators of tradeand connectivity.
The task involves rearranging sentences according to logical flow and coherence, focusing on understanding the significance of highways in national connectivity.
Remember to sequence logically: Facts should support the main idea. A good mnemonic is "Importance, Function, Maintenance, Authority" (I-F-M-A) for organizing ideas.
Verified against NCERT English Grammar Standards, Sentence Structure Analysis.
Directions:In this section each item consists of six sentences that comprise a passage. The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each item have been jumbled and labelled P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
S1 : India, at present, has one of the largest road networks in the world.
S6 : It passes through Howrah, Delhi and Amritsar and terminates in Kabul (Afghanistan).
P : The importance of roads has been recognisedin India since the ancient times.
Q : The Grand Trunk Road was built by SherShah Suri across the Indo-Gangetic plain,from Chittagong (Bangladesh) to Peshawar(Pakistan).
R : Kings such as Ashoka and Chandragupta built roads for easy transportation of goods and people.
S : Construction of roads continued as animportant activity in the late medieval period.
The passage follows a historical sequence of events illustrating the evolution and importance of roads in India, starting from ancient times to the medieval era.
When structuring sentences chronologically, ensure that each sentence builds on the previous one to provide a cohesive narrative.
Example of Sequence: The importance of public health was recognized early (P), which was followed by measures taken during pandemics (R), leading to modern health regulations (S), culminating in contemporary health systems (Q).
Watch for sequences that describe events; remember that chronological order matters in building strong arguments.
Verified against historical texts regarding the Grand Trunk Road's significance and development.
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