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Question

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. Food blogs are often authored by food aficionados, sometimes known as ‘foodies’.

B. The blogger can benefit from it if he or she uses it professionally.

C. Food blogging is food journalism that combines an interest in food, blog writing, and food photography.

D. The greater the popularity of a food blogger, the more options for him/her to monetise his/her work.

The correct answer is

CABD

Arranging Jumbled Sentences on Food Blogging

The question asks us to arrange the given sentences in a logical order to form a coherent paragraph about food blogging. Let's look at the individual sentences:

  • A. Food blogs are often authored by food aficionados, sometimes known as ‘foodies’.
  • B. The blogger can benefit from it if he or she uses it professionally.
  • C. Food blogging is food journalism that combines an interest in food, blog writing, and food photography.
  • D. The greater the popularity of a food blogger, the more options for him/her to monetise his/her work.

Identifying the Topic Sentence

A coherent paragraph usually starts with a topic sentence that introduces the main idea. Sentence C provides a definition of "Food blogging". This definition seems like the most appropriate way to introduce the subject of the paragraph.

So, sentence C is likely the starting sentence.

Connecting the Sentences Logically

Let's see how the other sentences might follow C:

  • C defines food blogging.
  • Sentence A talks about who typically writes food blogs (food aficionados or foodies). This naturally follows the definition of what food blogging is. So, A could follow C.
  • Sentence B discusses the professional benefits of food blogging. This is a logical step after introducing what it is and who does it. So, B could follow A.
  • Sentence D talks about monetizing the work based on popularity. Monetization is a specific professional benefit, which elaborates on the idea presented in B. So, D could follow B.

Checking the Proposed Order: CABD

Let's read the sentences in the order CABD:

C. Food blogging is food journalism that combines an interest in food, blog writing, and food photography.

A. Food blogs are often authored by food aficionados, sometimes known as ‘foodies’.

B. The blogger can benefit from it if he or she uses it professionally.

D. The greater the popularity of a food blogger, the more options for him/her to monetise his/her work.

This order creates a smooth and logical flow:

  1. It starts with a definition of food blogging (C).
  2. It explains who typically writes food blogs (A).
  3. It introduces the idea of professional benefits (B).
  4. It provides a specific example of professional benefit - monetization based on popularity (D).

This arrangement forms a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

Final Paragraph Order

The correct order of the sentences is CABD.

Sentence Role in Paragraph
C Introduces the topic (Definition of food blogging).
A Identifies the authors (Food aficionados/foodies).
B Discusses professional benefits.
D Elaborates on a specific benefit (Monetization based on popularity).

Revision Table: Paragraph Arrangement Skills

Concept Description Tips for Practice
Identifying Topic Sentence Finding the sentence that introduces the main idea. Often general in nature. Look for definitions, introductions, or broad statements.
Finding Logical Connections Identifying how sentences relate to each other (cause-effect, example-general, time sequence, etc.). Look for transition words, pronouns referring to previous nouns, or ideas building upon each other.
Maintaining Coherence Ensuring the paragraph flows smoothly and is easy to understand. Read the arranged paragraph aloud to check the flow.

Additional Information: Understanding Paragraph Structure

A typical paragraph follows a structure to present information clearly:

  • Topic Sentence: States the main point or idea of the paragraph.
  • Supporting Sentences: Provide details, examples, explanations, or evidence to support the topic sentence.
  • Concluding Sentence (Optional): Summarizes the main point or transitions to the next paragraph.

In jumbled sentence questions, identifying the topic sentence is often the first crucial step. Then, look for sentences that provide supporting details or follow a logical sequence related to the topic sentence.

For instance, in this case, C is the topic sentence (defining food blogging). A supports this by saying who does it. B and D provide supporting details about the professional aspects and benefits of food blogging.

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