2009 · Q30
Directions: In the following items, each passage consists of six sentences. The first sentence (S1) and the final sentence (S6) are given. The middle four sentences (P, Q, R, S) have been jumbled. Find the proper sequence.
S1: Everybody thinks that this is the Age of Reason.
S6: Obviously we must reexamine the view that this is the age of Reason.
P: Reason takes a backseat at such times.
Q: The ordinary events of life seem to support this view.
R: We must therefore avoid the development of such situations.
S: But the behaviour of people in crises makes us doubt this.
EnglishOrdering of Sentences
- AR Q P S
- BS R Q P
- CP S R Q
- DQ S R P
Explanation
Q supports S1; S doubts it; R-P conclude, leading into S6.