English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is 'vital'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence concludes the passage by emphasizing the significant and essential contribution of the Orange Economy to global progress.
• The adjective filling blank (F) must describe an important, crucial, or essential role.
• "Vital" means absolutely necessary or important; essential, which perfectly fits the context of playing a key role in economic and global development.
• Other options ("harmful", "useless", "minor", "hidden") express negative, insignificant, or obscure meanings that contradict the positive impact discussed throughout the passage.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Complete Passage: The concept of the Orange Economy highlights how culture and innovation can drive economic growth. At its heart, this idea shows that creativity (A) stimulates natural talent and inspires individuals to build new skills. When people are encouraged to think outside the box, they can use their unique abilities to (B) generate high-value goods and useful services. This dynamic sector not only helps artists and innovators, but it also creates fresh employment opportunities for the local (C) workforce. By transforming original ideas into practical solutions, businesses can significantly improve their overall (D) output in competitive markets. Local governments are starting to recognize this potential, leading them to (E) fund creative projects through specialized grants and resources. As more communities support artistic endeavors, the Orange Economy will continue to play a (F) vital role in global progress.

 

Additional Information

• Harmful (हानिकारक): Causing or likely to cause harm.
• Useless (निरर्थक/बेकार): Not fulfilling or not expected to achieve the intended purpose or desired outcome.
• Minor (नगण्य/मामूली): Lesser in importance, seriousness, or significance.
• Hidden (छिपा हुआ): Kept out of sight; concealed.

The correct answer is 'fund'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence explains how local governments recognize the potential of the Orange Economy and offer financial support using specialized grants and resources.
• The verb filling blank (E) must mean to provide financial support or capital for creative projects.
• "Fund" means to provide money for a particular purpose, which aligns directly with the context of providing "specialized grants and resources".
• Other options ("ban", "reject", "oppose", "halt") indicate negative or obstructive actions that contradict the idea of supporting artistic endeavors.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

 

Complete Passage: The concept of the Orange Economy highlights how culture and innovation can drive economic growth. At its heart, this idea shows that creativity (A) stimulates natural talent and inspires individuals to build new skills. When people are encouraged to think outside the box, they can use their unique abilities to (B) generate high-value goods and useful services. This dynamic sector not only helps artists and innovators, but it also creates fresh employment opportunities for the local (C) workforce. By transforming original ideas into practical solutions, businesses can significantly improve their overall (D) output in competitive markets. Local governments are starting to recognize this potential, leading them to (E) fund creative projects through specialized grants and resources. As more communities support artistic endeavors, the Orange Economy will continue to play a (F) ________ role in global progress.

 

Additional Information

• Ban (प्रतिबंध लगाना): Officially or legally prohibit something.
• Reject (अस्वीकार करना): Dismiss or refuse to accept, agree to, or believe.
• Oppose (विरोध करना): Disapprove of and attempt to prevent, especially by argument.
• Halt (रोकना): Bring or come to an abrupt stop.

The correct answer is 'output'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence describes how transforming original ideas into practical solutions enables businesses to enhance their performance and production in competitive markets.
• The noun filling blank (D) must refer to the amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.
• "Output" means the amount of something produced, which logically fits the context of businesses improving their production and overall performance.
• Other options ("loss", "decline", "failure", "weakness") carry negative meanings that contradict the positive impact of innovative business solutions.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

 

Complete Passage: The concept of the Orange Economy highlights how culture and innovation can drive economic growth. At its heart, this idea shows that creativity (A) stimulates natural talent and inspires individuals to build new skills. When people are encouraged to think outside the box, they can use their unique abilities to (B) generate high-value goods and useful services. This dynamic sector not only helps artists and innovators, but it also creates fresh employment opportunities for the local (C) workforce. By transforming original ideas into practical solutions, businesses can significantly improve their overall (D) output in competitive markets. Local governments are starting to recognize this potential, leading them to (E) ________ creative projects through specialized grants and resources. As more communities support artistic endeavors, the Orange Economy will continue to play a (F) ________ role in global progress.

 

Additional Information

• Loss (हानि/नुकसान): The fact or process of losing something or someone.
• Decline (गिरावट): A continuous decrease in the number, value, or quality of something.
• Failure (असफलता): Lack of success or the omission of expected or required action.
• Weakness (कमजोरी): The state or condition of lacking strength or vigor.

The correct answer is 'workforce'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence focuses on how the dynamic sector creates fresh employment opportunities for people in the area.
• The noun filling blank (C) must refer to the group of people engaged in or available for work in a local community.
• "Workforce" means the total number of people employed or available to work, which connects directly to the context of creating employment opportunities.
• Other options ("machinery", "climate", "wilderness", "obstacle") refer to non-human elements or negative obstacles, which do not fit the idea of offering jobs to local residents.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

 

Complete Passage: The concept of the Orange Economy highlights how culture and innovation can drive economic growth. At its heart, this idea shows that creativity (A) stimulates natural talent and inspires individuals to build new skills. When people are encouraged to think outside the box, they can use their unique abilities to (B) generate high-value goods and useful services. This dynamic sector not only helps artists and innovators, but it also creates fresh employment opportunities for the local (C) workforce. By transforming original ideas into practical solutions, businesses can significantly improve their overall (D) ________ in competitive markets. Local governments are starting to recognize this potential, leading them to (E) ________ creative projects through specialized grants and resources. As more communities support artistic endeavors, the Orange Economy will continue to play a (F) ________ role in global progress.

 

Additional Information

• Machinery (मशीनरी): Machines collectively or the components of a machine.
• Climate (जलवायु): The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period.
• Wilderness (बीयाबान/निर्जन स्थान): An uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region.
• Obstacle (बाधा): A thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress.

The correct answer is 'generate'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence describes how people use their unique creative abilities when encouraged to think outside the box to produce high-value goods and useful services.
• The verb filling blank (B) must mean to create, produce, or bring about output.
• "Generate" means to produce, create, or bring into existence, which fits the economic context of creating high-value goods and services.
• Other options ("destroy", "reduce", "prevent", "delay") express negative or obstructive actions that conflict with economic productivity.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Complete Passage: The concept of the Orange Economy highlights how culture and innovation can drive economic growth. At its heart, this idea shows that creativity (A) stimulates natural talent and inspires individuals to build new skills. When people are encouraged to think outside the box, they can use their unique abilities to (B) generate high-value goods and useful services. This dynamic sector not only helps artists and innovators, but it also creates fresh employment opportunities for the local (C) ________. By transforming original ideas into practical solutions, businesses can significantly improve their overall (D) ________ in competitive markets. Local governments are starting to recognize this potential, leading them to (E) ________ creative projects through specialized grants and resources. As more communities support artistic endeavors, the Orange Economy will continue to play a (F) ________ role in global progress.

 

Additional Information

• Destroy (नष्ट करना): Cause so much damage to something that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired.
• Reduce (कम करना): Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
• Prevent (रोकना): Keep something from happening or arising.
• Delay (देरी करना): Make something happen later than expected or cause someone to be late.

The correct answer is 'stimulates'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence describes how creativity positively affects natural talent and inspires individuals to develop new skills within the Orange Economy.
• The verb filling blank (A) must mean to encourage, activate, or spark natural talent.
• "Stimulates" means to encourage development, activity, or interest, which fits perfectly with sparking natural talent and inspiring skill growth.
• Other options ("suppresses", "ignores", "restricts", "damages") express negative or passive actions that contradict the positive tone of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 5'.

 

Complete Passage: The concept of the Orange Economy highlights how culture and innovation can drive economic growth. At its heart, this idea shows that creativity (A) stimulates natural talent and inspires individuals to build new skills. When people are encouraged to think outside the box, they can use their unique abilities to (B) ________ high-value goods and useful services. This dynamic sector not only helps artists and innovators, but it also creates fresh employment opportunities for the local (C) ________. By transforming original ideas into practical solutions, businesses can significantly improve their overall (D) ________ in competitive markets. Local governments are starting to recognize this potential, leading them to (E) ________ creative projects through specialized grants and resources. As more communities support artistic endeavors, the Orange Economy will continue to play a (F) ________ role in global progress.

 

Additional Information

• Suppresses (दबाना): Prevents the development, action, or expression of something.
• Ignores (अनदेखा करना): Refuses to take notice of or acknowledge.
• Restricts (सीमित करना): Puts a limit on or keeps within bounds.
• Damages (नुकसान पहुँचाना): Inflicts physical or functional harm on something.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the phrase "put oneself together":

• Put oneself together - to regain one's composure or calm after being in a disordered or disturbed state. (स्वयं को संभालना)

Now, let's break down the sentences to analyze which of them use(s) the phrase "put oneself together" correctly:

• A. After receiving the bad news, she took a deep breath and tried to put herself together before continuing with her work.
• The phrase "put herself together" is used correctly here. It signifies that she is trying to regain her composure or calm after receiving bad news.
• B. The engineer put oneself together all the parts of the machine to make it function properly.
• The phrase "put oneself together" is used incorrectly here. It seems like the sentence is attempting to describe assembling parts of a machine, which does not match the idiomatic meaning of regaining composure.
• C. He decided to put oneself together a team of artists for the new project.
• The phrase "put oneself together" is used incorrectly here. The sentence is about forming a team, which does not match the meaning of regaining composure.
• So, out of the given sentences, only sentence A uses the phrase "put oneself together" correctly.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Only A."

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's analyze each sentence carefully to identify the grammatically/contextually incorrect one:

• Option 1: The wildlife documentary provided an intimate glimpse into the daily routines of arctic wolves.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and contextually meaningful.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 2: She was hesitant to accept the promotion because it entailed relocating to a completely different continent.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and logically coherent.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 3: The continuous heavy rainfall had a devastating affect on the region's agricultural harvest this season.
• This sentence describes the impact of heavy rainfall.
• The sentence is grammatically/contextually incorrect because "affect" is generally used as a verb, whereas the noun required here is "effect".
• The correct sentence would be: "The continuous heavy rainfall had a devastating effect on the region's agricultural harvest this season."
• Option 4: Crisp autumn leaves crunched underfoot as we walked along the misty, tree-lined forest path.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and vividly descriptive.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 5: Innovative startups are constantly challenging traditional business models with disruptive technologies.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and contextually appropriate.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Therefore, the grammatically/contextually incorrect sentence is Option 3.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's analyze each sentence carefully to identify the grammatically/contextually incorrect one:

• Option 1: If the developers would have conducted thorough testing, the software glitch could have been avoided.
• This sentence expresses a hypothetical situation in the past (Third Conditional).
• The sentence is grammatically incorrect because the if-clause should use the Past Perfect tense ("had conducted"), not "would have conducted".
• The correct sentence would be: "If the developers had conducted thorough testing, the software glitch could have been avoided."
• Option 2: The ancient oak tree in the town square has stood as a silent witness to centuries of local history.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and contextually meaningful.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 3: If you mix blue and yellow paint in equal proportions, you get a vibrant shade of green.
• This sentence correctly expresses a general truth using the Zero Conditional.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 4: Should the weather worsen overnight, tomorrow's outdoor charity gala will be moved indoors.
• This sentence correctly uses the inverted conditional structure "Should + subject + base verb".
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 5: The quiet university library offers a tranquil environment where students can immerse themselves in study.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and logically coherent.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Therefore, the grammatically/contextually incorrect sentence is Option 1.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's analyze each sentence carefully to identify the grammatically/contextually incorrect one:

• Option 1: The string quartet performed a flawless rendition of Mozart, earning a standing ovation from the crowd.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and contextually meaningful.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 2: Between you and I, the proposed budget allocation does not address our primary operational needs.
• This sentence introduces confidential information.
• The sentence is grammatically incorrect because the preposition "between" requires object pronouns.
• The correct sentence would be: "Between you and me, the proposed budget allocation does not address our primary operational needs."
• Option 3: When hikers explore remote wilderness areas, they should always leave no trace of their campsites behind.
• This sentence correctly follows the standard environmental principle "Leave No Trace".
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 4: A faint scent of lavender drifted from the garden, filling the evening air with a natural fragrance.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and contextually appropriate.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 5: Each member of the executive board must submit his or her preliminary vote before noon tomorrow.
• This sentence is grammatically correct.
• The singular subject "Each member" appropriately takes the singular possessive pronouns "his or her".
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Therefore, the grammatically/contextually incorrect sentence is Option 2.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's analyze each sentence carefully to identify the grammatically/contextually incorrect one:

• Option 1: Effective leadership requires empathy, decisive action, and to communicate clearly with the entire team.
• This sentence lists the qualities required for effective leadership.
• The sentence is grammatically incorrect because the items in the series are not parallel. The first two items are noun phrases ("empathy", "decisive action"), whereas the third item is an infinitive phrase ("to communicate clearly").
• The correct sentence would be: "Effective leadership requires empathy, decisive action, and clear communication with the entire team."
• Alternatively: "Effective leadership requires showing empathy, taking decisive action, and communicating clearly with the entire team."
• Option 2: The melody floated through the open window, carrying with it a nostalgic sense of childhood summers.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and contextually meaningful.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 3: She opened her laptop, reviewed the morning emails, and began drafting the weekly progress report.
• This sentence correctly uses parallel verbs to describe a sequence of actions.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 4: Sustainable agriculture practices aim to conserve water, protect soil health, and boost biodiversity.
• This sentence correctly maintains parallel structure using infinitive verbs after "aim to".
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 5: The mountain trail offered breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and deep, verdant valleys.
• This sentence is grammatically correct and vividly descriptive.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Therefore, the grammatically/contextually incorrect sentence is Option 1.

The correct answer is 'B-P.'

Key Points

• From the given options, only the combination of phrases 'B-P' creates the correct sentence.
• Let's look at the sentences:
• 'B-P' talks about English becoming the official language even though the population was largely Chinese.
• 'In spite of the fact' is used to mean that something happens even though something else might have prevented it. (इस तथ्य के बावजूद)

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

The correct answer is 'B-R and C-P.'

Key Points

• From the given options, only the combination of phrases 'B-R and C-P' creates correct sentences.
• Let's look at the sentences:
• 'B-R' talks about someone who do not enjoy eating salmon (एक प्रकार की मछली) also the high cost of salmon does not fit in with his or her tiny food budget.
• 'Furthermore' means ''in addition; besides'' used to introduce a fresh consideration in an argument. (भी; के अतिरिक्त)
• 'C-P' talks about the possibility of every sinner (पापी) to turn to God and escape punishment and in reverse to that for a righteous (नैतिक रूप से मान्‍य या उचित) man to backslide (दोबारा बुरे रास्ते या गलती पर जाना) and fall (पतन).
• 'Conversely' means ''in a way that is opposite to something'' is used for introducing a statement or idea which reverses one that has just been made or referred to. (विपरीत रीति से; इसके विपरीत)

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. CEBDA

Key Points

• The sentence begins with the subject, "Increased public awareness surrounding mental health," which is correctly indicated by part (C).
• Following the subject, "has encouraged more individuals" (CE) continues the logical sequence, elaborating what the increased awareness has done.
• The next part, "to seek professional counseling" (CEB) logically follows, showing what individuals are encouraged to do.
• Ending with, "without fearing the social stigma traditionally associated with therapy" (DA) completes the sentence by providing the final context.

Therefore, the correct answer is CEBDA.

Additional Information

• Option 2 (ECBDA): This option starts with "has encouraged more individuals Increased public awareness surrounding mental health," which disrupts the logical flow of the sentence.
• Option 3 (BACDE): This option places "traditionally associated with therapy" at the beginning, which makes the sentence incoherent and incomplete.
• Option 4 (DCEBA): This option starts with "without fearing the social stigma Increased public awareness surrounding mental health," which creates a fragmented and illogical structure.
• Option 5 (ABECD): This option starts with "traditionally associated with therapy to seek professional counseling Increased public awareness," which fails to establish a coherent subject and flow.

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. DBEAC

Key Points

• The sentence begins with the subject "Unchecked deforestation in tropical rainforests," which is correctly indicated by part (D).
• Following the subject, "not only destroys critical wildlife habitats" (DB) continues the logical sequence, explaining the negative impact of deforestation.
• The next part, "but also accelerates global climate change" (DBE) complements the earlier part with another consequence.
• Next, "by releasing vast amounts of stored carbon into the atmosphere" (DBEAC) completes the sentence by describing the mechanism of climate change acceleration.

Therefore, the correct answer is DBEAC.

Additional Information

• Option 2 (BDEAC): This sequence starts with "not only destroys critical wildlife habitats," but misses the subject "Unchecked deforestation in tropical rainforests" at the beginning, creating an incomplete sentence.
• Option 3 (EDCBA): This sequence starts with "but also accelerates global climate change," disrupting the logical flow of the subject and explanation.
• Option 4 (CDEAB): This sequence starts with "by releasing vast amounts of stored carbon into the atmosphere," which fragments the sentence and omits the subject introduction.
• Option 5 (ADBCE): This sequence starts with "by releasing vast amounts of," which is grammatically incomplete and does not follow a coherent structure.

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. BEDAC

Key Points

• The sentence begins with "Teaching personal finance concepts early in life" (B), as it introduces the subject.
• Next, "equips young adults with the tools" (E) logically follows, as it explains what teaching personal finance concepts accomplishes.
• Then "needed to budget effectively" (D) continues the explanation, specifying what tools are being provided.
• After this, "and make informed investment decisions" (A) follows, elaborating on the additional benefits of equipping young adults.
• Finally, "throughout their careers" (C) completes the sentence by stating the long-term impact.

Therefore, the correct sequence is BEDAC.

Additional Information

• Option 2 (EBDAC): This sequence improperly places "equips young adults with the tools" at the beginning, disrupting the logical flow of the sentence.
• Option 3 (CDEBA): This sequence starts with "throughout their careers," which is an ending phrase and fails to introduce the main subject properly.
• Option 4 (ADEBC): This sequence starts with "and make informed investment decisions," which makes the sentence fragmented and confusing.
• Option 5 (DCBEA): This sequence starts with "needed to budget effectively," which fails to establish the context and subject, making the sentence incomplete.

The correct answer is Option (4) i.e. CDBEA

Key Points

• The sentence begins with the subject "Growing consumer awareness about environmental degradation," which is correctly indicated by part (C).
• Following the subject, "is pressuring major fashion brands" (CD) continues the logical sequence, explaining the impact of consumer awareness.
• The next part, "to adopt eco-friendly fabrics and ethical manufacturing practices," indicated by (BEA), completes the sentence by elaborating on the actions being taken by fashion brands.

Therefore, the correct sequence is CDBEA.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (DCBEA): This option starts with "is pressuring major fashion brands across their global supply chains" before introducing the subject, which disrupts the logical flow of the sentence.
• Option 2 (BCDEA): This option begins with "to adopt eco-friendly fabrics" without establishing the context of consumer awareness, leading to a fragmented structure.
• Option 3 (EDCBA): This option starts with "and ethical manufacturing practices" and places the subject later, resulting in poor sentence coherence.
• Option 5 (ABECD): This option starts with "across their global supply chains," which creates a disjointed sentence structure.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• To identify the sixth and final sentence of the paragraph:
• Sentence E (1^st): Opens with the core problem—human activities causing global habitat destruction.
• "Human activities like farming and urban growth are rapidly destroying natural habitats across the globe."
• Sentence A (2^nd): Explains the consequence using "This habitat loss" to connect directly to sentence E.
• "This habitat loss directly threatens wildlife, leading to the extinction of many delicate species."
• Sentence C (3^rd - Fixed): Uses "For example" to ground the overall issue in a specific case study of UK wildflower meadows.
• "For example, wildflower meadows in the UK have suffered a shocking 97% decline since the 1930s."
• Sentence F (4^th): Direct continuation of sentence C, noting how insect and small animal life disappears as "these unique meadows vanish."
• "As these unique meadows vanish, the insects and small animals that rely on them disappear as well."
• Sentence B (5^th): Expands from the meadow example to highlight broader global extinction rates for birds and mammals.
• "Today, around 11% of bird species and 50% of mammals face a real risk of extinction worldwide."
• Sentence D is the SIXTH (LAST) sentence: Functions as the logical conclusion, offering a final imperative or call to action to protect and restore natural habitats.
• "To save these animals, we must protect and restore these vital natural places before it is too late."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - F - B - D, making D the SIXTH (LAST) sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Human activities like farming and urban growth are rapidly destroying natural habitats across the globe. This habitat loss directly threatens wildlife, leading to the extinction of many delicate species. For example, wildflower meadows in the UK have suffered a shocking 97% decline since the 1930s. As these unique meadows vanish, the insects and small animals that rely on them disappear as well. Today, around 11% of bird species and 50% of mammals face a real risk of extinction worldwide. To save these animals, we must protect and restore these vital natural places before it is too late."

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• To identify the fifth sentence, we trace the full thematic flow leading up to it:
• Sentence E (1^st): Opens the paragraph by introducing the central cause—human activities causing global habitat destruction.
• "Human activities like farming and urban growth are rapidly destroying natural habitats across the globe."
• Sentence A (2^nd): Uses "This habitat loss" to connect with sentence E and explain the consequence for wildlife.
• "This habitat loss directly threatens wildlife, leading to the extinction of many delicate species."
• Sentence C (3^rd - Fixed): Offers a concrete case study ("For example") of habitat loss involving UK wildflower meadows.
• "For example, wildflower meadows in the UK have suffered a shocking 97% decline since the 1930s."
• Sentence F (4^th): Connects directly to sentence C by explaining what happens as "these unique meadows vanish."
• "As these unique meadows vanish, the insects and small animals that rely on them disappear as well."
• Sentence B is the FIFTH sentence: Expands from the specific meadow example back to global extinction figures (11% of birds, 50% of mammals).
• "Today, around 11% of bird species and 50% of mammals face a real risk of extinction worldwide."
• Sentence D (6^th): Provides the logical conclusion by offering a final call to action ("To save these animals...").
• "To save these animals, we must protect and restore these vital natural places before it is too late."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - F - B - D, making B the FIFTH sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Human activities like farming and urban growth are rapidly destroying natural habitats across the globe. This habitat loss directly threatens wildlife, leading to the extinction of many delicate species. For example, wildflower meadows in the UK have suffered a shocking 97% decline since the 1930s. As these unique meadows vanish, the insects and small animals that rely on them disappear as well. Today, around 11% of bird species and 50% of mammals face a real risk of extinction worldwide. To save these animals, we must protect and restore these vital natural places before it is too late."

The correct answer is Option 5.

 

Key Points

• To identify the fourth sentence, we track the logical link following the fixed third sentence:
• Sentence E (1^st): Establishes the primary cause—human activities causing habitat destruction globally.
• "Human activities like farming and urban growth are rapidly destroying natural habitats across the globe."
• Sentence A (2^nd): Explains the consequence using "This habitat loss" to connect with E.
• "This habitat loss directly threatens wildlife, leading to the extinction of many delicate species."
• Sentence C (3^rd - Fixed): Introduces a specific illustration ("For example") focusing on UK wildflower meadows.
• "For example, wildflower meadows in the UK have suffered a shocking 97% decline since the 1930s."
• Sentence F is the FOURTH sentence: Directly connects to C by referring to "these unique meadows vanish" and explaining the impact on local wildlife.
• "As these unique meadows vanish, the insects and small animals that rely on them disappear as well."
• Sentence B (5^th): Widens the perspective back to global extinction percentages.
• "Today, around 11% of bird species and 50% of mammals face a real risk of extinction worldwide."
• Sentence D (6^th): Concludes the paragraph with a call to protect and restore habitats.
• "To save these animals, we must protect and restore these vital natural places before it is too late."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - F - B - D, making F the FOURTH sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Human activities like farming and urban growth are rapidly destroying natural habitats across the globe. This habitat loss directly threatens wildlife, leading to the extinction of many delicate species. For example, wildflower meadows in the UK have suffered a shocking 97% decline since the 1930s. As these unique meadows vanish, the insects and small animals that rely on them disappear as well. Today, around 11% of bird species and 50% of mammals face a real risk of extinction worldwide. To save these animals, we must protect and restore these vital natural places before it is too late."