Direction: 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. He later tried to franchise his restaurant. B. Colonel Harland Sanders' real-life story of being disappointed numerous times in his life and still making his ambition come true late in life is truly motivating. C. He began selling chicken at the age of 40, but his dream of opening a restaurant was repeatedly denied owing to conflicts and wars. D. He is a seventh-grade dropout who tried many things in life but found them bitter.
BDCA
Understanding Sentence Arrangement and Paragraph Cohesion
The question asks us to arrange four jumbled sentences (A, B, C, and D) into a logical and coherent paragraph. This task requires understanding the flow of ideas and identifying connecting points between sentences. We need to find the sentence that introduces the topic, followed by sentences that develop the narrative in a logical sequence, usually chronological or cause-and-effect.
Step-by-Step Analysis for Sentence Ordering
Let's examine each sentence to understand its content and potential placement:
- Sentence A: "He later tried to franchise his restaurant." This sentence talks about franchising a restaurant, suggesting a successful stage after establishing a restaurant. The word "later" indicates it comes after earlier events.
- Sentence B: "Colonel Harland Sanders' real-life story of being disappointed numerous times in his life and still making his ambition come true late in life is truly motivating." This sentence introduces the subject, Colonel Harland Sanders, and sets the stage for his story, highlighting its motivating aspect. This is a strong candidate for the opening sentence.
- Sentence C: "He began selling chicken at the age of 40, but his dream of opening a restaurant was repeatedly denied owing to conflicts and wars." This sentence details a specific period in his life (starting at 40) and discusses his initial efforts and obstacles related to opening a restaurant. This seems to follow a general introduction and background.
- Sentence D: "He is a seventh-grade dropout who tried many things in life but found them bitter." This sentence provides background information about Colonel Sanders' early life and struggles before starting his venture. It fits well after the initial introduction (B) and before discussing his specific career path (C).
Determining the Logical Sequence
Based on the analysis, let's build the paragraph:
- Sentence B is the most suitable opening sentence as it introduces Colonel Harland Sanders and the theme of his story.
- After introducing the person, it makes sense to provide some background about his early life and challenges. Sentence D does this by mentioning his dropout status and early difficulties ("tried many things... found them bitter"). So, B is followed by D.
- Next, the story should move to his specific career path related to chicken and his dream of a restaurant. Sentence C describes his start in selling chicken at 40 and the obstacles faced in opening a restaurant. This logically follows his general early struggles (D). So, D is followed by C.
- Finally, Sentence A talks about franchising his restaurant, which is a development that happens after successfully establishing a restaurant (as mentioned or implied in C). This represents a later stage of his career. So, C is followed by A.
Thus, the logical sequence is BDCA.
Forming the Coherent Paragraph
Let's read the sentences in the BDCA order:
B. Colonel Harland Sanders' real-life story of being disappointed numerous times in his life and still making his ambition come true late in life is truly motivating.
D. He is a seventh-grade dropout who tried many things in life but found them bitter.
C. He began selling chicken at the age of 40, but his dream of opening a restaurant was repeatedly denied owing to conflicts and wars.
A. He later tried to franchise his restaurant.
This order forms a smooth and logical narrative about Colonel Sanders' life journey.
Conclusion on Sentence Ordering
The correct and coherent arrangement of the given jumbled sentences is BDCA.
| Sentence | Content | Logical Placement |
|---|---|---|
| B | Introduces Colonel Sanders and his motivating story. | Opening sentence. |
| D | Provides background on his early life struggles. | Follows the introduction (B). |
| C | Details his start in the chicken business and initial restaurant challenges. | Follows his early struggles (D). |
| A | Discusses franchising the restaurant (a later development). | Follows the earlier challenges/establishment (C). |
Revision Table: Key Concepts in Sentence Arrangement
| Concept | Explanation | Application in this Question |
|---|---|---|
| Identifying the Topic Sentence | Look for a sentence that introduces the main subject or theme of the paragraph. | Sentence B introduces Colonel Harland Sanders' story. |
| Chronological Order | Arranging events in the sequence they happened over time. | The story follows Sanders' life: early struggles (D), starting business (C), later success (A). |
| Pronoun Reference | Identifying what pronouns (like "He") refer to helps link sentences. | "He" in D, C, and A refers back to "Colonel Harland Sanders" in B. |
| Transition Words/Phrases | Words like "later," "but," "also," etc., can indicate connections and sequence. | "later" in Sentence A signals it comes after previous events. "but" in C indicates a contrast or challenge. |
| Logical Flow | Ensuring each sentence naturally follows the previous one and leads to the next. | The BDCA order shows a smooth transition from introduction to background, initial struggles, and later success. |
Additional Information: Mastering Paragraph Formation
Paragraph formation from jumbled sentences is a common question type in English language and reasoning tests. Success in this task relies on your ability to understand context, identify the main idea, and recognize the logical links between sentences. Here are some tips:
- Read all sentences first: Get a general idea of the topic and the points being made.
- Spot the opener: Look for a sentence that introduces a person, concept, or situation without referring to something previous. Often, this is a general statement or definition.
- Look for closers: Sometimes, a sentence summarizes, concludes, or presents a final outcome.
- Identify links: Pay attention to pronouns (he, she, it, they), demonstrative adjectives (this, that, these, those), transition words (however, therefore, moreover, initially, finally, later), and repeated keywords. These act as clues to connect sentences.
- Follow the narrative: If the sentences tell a story or describe a process, arrange them chronologically or sequentially.
- Check for cause and effect: Some sentences might describe a cause, and others an effect. Arrange them accordingly.
- Form tentative sequences: Try arranging a couple of sentences that seem to fit together and see if you can build outwards.
- Read the formed paragraph: Once you have an arrangement, read the complete paragraph to see if it makes sense and flows smoothly.
Practicing with different types of paragraphs, such as descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive, can improve your sentence arrangement skills.
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