Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. S1. Besides, there is something A. which makes him feel B. the wholeness of a thing C. in the outlook of an Englishman D. as the mere sum of its states S6. and attributes for the time being.
CABD
Understanding Sentence Arrangement for Paragraph Coherence
The task is to arrange the jumbled sentences between the fixed first (S1) and last (S6) sentences to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. This requires understanding the logical flow and connections between the sentence fragments.
Analyzing the Jumbled Sentences and Fixed Parts
Let's look at the sentences provided:
- S1: Besides, there is something
- A: which makes him feel
- B: the wholeness of a thing
- C: in the outlook of an Englishman
- D: as the mere sum of its states
- S6: and attributes for the time being.
We need to place A, B, C, and D in the correct order between S1 and S6.
Determining the Correct Sentence Order
The correct arrangement must create a smooth flow of ideas, where each sentence or phrase naturally leads to the next.
Let's examine the potential connections:
- S1 ends with "something". This needs to be specified.
- C starts with "in the outlook of an Englishman". This seems to specify *where* this "something" exists. So, S1 followed by C is a strong possibility: "Besides, there is something in the outlook of an Englishman...".
- A starts with "which makes him feel". "Which" likely refers back to the "something in the outlook of an Englishman". This suggests C should be followed by A: "...in the outlook of an Englishman which makes him feel...".
- A ends with "makes him feel". B starts with "the wholeness of a thing". This indicates *what* the Englishman feels. So, A followed by B seems logical: "...which makes him feel the wholeness of a thing...".
- B ends with "the wholeness of a thing". D starts with "as the mere sum of its states". This phrase "as the mere sum of its states" provides a contrast or an alternative way of looking at the "thing" (not just as a sum of parts, but as a whole). So, B followed by D makes sense: "...the wholeness of a thing as the mere sum of its states...".
- D ends with "its states". S6 starts with "and attributes for the time being". This completes the phrase started by D, defining what constitutes the "mere sum". So, D followed by S6 connects well: "...as the mere sum of its states and attributes for the time being."
Following these connections, the order C-A-B-D emerges as the most logical sequence for the jumbled sentences.
Constructing the Paragraph
Let's put S1, the sequence CABD, and S6 together:
S1 + C + A + B + D + S6
Besides, there is something in the outlook of an Englishman which makes him feel the wholeness of a thing as the mere sum of its states and attributes for the time being.
Reading this combined paragraph, it flows smoothly and makes sense. It discusses a particular quality in the perspective of an Englishman that allows him to perceive things as complete entities rather than just a collection of temporary characteristics.
Verifying with Other Options
Let's briefly look at why other options are less likely:
- BDCA: S1-B ("something the wholeness") doesn't connect well.
- BCDA: S1-B ("something the wholeness") doesn't connect well.
- BACD: S1-B ("something the wholeness") doesn't connect well.
The connections established by CABD are the strongest and create the most coherent paragraph.
Therefore, the correct order of the jumbled sentences is CABD.
| Part | Sentence/Phrase | Connection to Next Part |
|---|---|---|
| S1 | Besides, there is something | Needs specification - where is this 'something'? C answers this. |
| C | in the outlook of an Englishman | Refers to 'something' in S1. Leads to 'which makes him feel'. |
| A | which makes him feel | Refers to the quality in the Englishman's outlook. Leads to 'what' he feels. |
| B | the wholeness of a thing | States what is felt. Contrasts with seeing it as 'sum of states'. |
| D | as the mere sum of its states | Alternative view contrasted with 'wholeness'. Completed by S6. |
| S6 | and attributes for the time being. | Completes the phrase started by D. |
Revision Table: Sentence Arrangement Practice
Mastering sentence arrangement requires practice in identifying logical and grammatical links between sentence fragments. Key things to look for are:
- Pronoun references (he, she, it, they, this, that)
- Connecting words (conjunctions like and, but, so; transition words like however, therefore, moreover)
- Cause and effect relationships
- Time sequences
- Topic development (introducing an idea and then elaborating on it)
- Keywords that are repeated or linked
By carefully examining these clues, you can piece together the correct order of sentences.
Additional Information: Cohesion and Coherence
In paragraph writing, two important concepts are cohesion and coherence.
- Cohesion: This refers to the grammatical and lexical links between sentences and within sentences. It's about how the words stick together. Pronoun usage, transition words, repetition of keywords, and consistent verb tense are examples of cohesive devices.
- Coherence: This refers to the logical flow of ideas in a paragraph. It's about how the meaning of the paragraph makes sense as a whole. A coherent paragraph has a clear topic and the sentences are ordered in a way that is easy for the reader to follow the argument or description.
Sentence arrangement questions primarily test your ability to create a paragraph that is both cohesive (grammatically linked) and coherent (logically ordered).
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