Directions : in 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 rearrange the jumbled parts of the sentence and mark your response accordingly. by which the genetic material of a plant is altered, (P) / pests and enhance its nutritional value (Q) / perhaps to make it more resistant to (R) / genetic modification (GM) is the science (S)
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Understanding Sentence Rearrangement: Genetic Modification
This question asks us to rearrange the given parts of a sentence to form a coherent and grammatically correct statement. The parts are labeled P, Q, R, and S.
Let's look at the individual parts:
- (P) by which the genetic material of a plant is altered,
- (Q) pests and enhance its nutritional value
- (R) perhaps to make it more resistant to
- (S) genetic modification (GM) is the science
We need to find the logical order for these parts.
Step-by-Step Rearrangement Process
1. Identify the core subject and verb. Part (S) "genetic modification (GM) is the science" clearly introduces the main topic and defines it. This is likely the beginning of the sentence.
Starting with S: genetic modification (GM) is the science
2. Look for a part that logically follows "the science". Part (P) "by which the genetic material of a plant is altered," describes the method or process associated with this science. This fits well after S.
Combining S and P: genetic modification (GM) is the science by which the genetic material of a plant is altered,
3. The phrase "is altered," suggests a purpose or result. Part (R) "perhaps to make it more resistant to" introduces a potential reason or goal for altering the genetic material. This flows logically after P.
Combining S, P, and R: genetic modification (GM) is the science by which the genetic material of a plant is altered, perhaps to make it more resistant to
4. The phrase "resistant to" requires something to be resistant towards. Part (Q) "pests and enhance its nutritional value" provides the things the plant might be resistant to (pests) and another goal (enhance nutritional value). This completes the sentence.
Combining S, P, R, and Q: genetic modification (GM) is the science by which the genetic material of a plant is altered, perhaps to make it more resistant to pests and enhance its nutritional value.
Final Sentence
The rearranged sentence is:
Genetic modification (GM) is the science by which the genetic material of a plant is altered, perhaps to make it more resistant to pests and enhance its nutritional value.
The correct sequence of parts is S, P, R, Q.
Matching the Sequence with Options
Let's compare our derived sequence (SPRQ) with the given options:
- (a) QRPS
- (b) SPRQ
- (c) RSPQ
- (d) RPQS
Our sequence SPRQ matches option (b).
| Part | Content | Position in Correct Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| S | genetic modification (GM) is the science | 1st |
| P | by which the genetic material of a plant is altered, | 2nd |
| R | perhaps to make it more resistant to | 3rd |
| Q | pests and enhance its nutritional value | 4th |
Conclusion
By carefully examining the parts and identifying logical connections between them, we successfully reconstructed the original sentence. The correct order is SPRQ.
Revision Table: Sentence Structure and Rearrangement
| Concept | Description | Relevance to Question |
|---|---|---|
| Subject-Verb Agreement | The subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number (singular/plural). | Helps identify core clauses and their relationship. |
| Connectors | Words or phrases (like 'by which', 'perhaps to') that link different parts of a sentence or clauses. | Crucial for determining the logical flow between jumbled parts. |
| Identifying Clauses | Recognizing independent and dependent clauses helps structure the sentence. | Allows breaking down complex sentences into manageable parts. |
| Logical Flow | Ensuring the sentence makes sense in terms of meaning and sequence of events/ideas. | The ultimate test for a correctly rearranged sentence. |
Additional Information: Genetic Modification (GM) Context
The sentence is about Genetic Modification (GM). It's a process in biotechnology.
- What is GM? It's altering the genetic material of an organism.
- In Plants: For plants, this often means introducing genes from another organism (plant, bacterium, etc.) or modifying existing genes.
- Why do GM? Common goals include:
- Increasing resistance to pests or diseases.
- Improving tolerance to herbicides.
- Enhancing nutritional content (biofortification).
- Improving shelf life or appearance.
- Adapting to environmental conditions like drought or salinity.
- Applications: GM technology is used in agriculture to create genetically modified crops (GM crops).
Understanding the context of the sentence (what GM is used for) can sometimes help predict the logical order of the parts, especially when dealing with technical or scientific topics.
Important Questions from Sentence Jumbles
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