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Question 81

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Read the paragraph below, divided into sections (A, B, C, D, E), and identify which sections contain grammatical errors. Choose the correct option that includes the sections with errors.

(A) The museum's new exhibit are absolutely fascinating. (B) It showcases artefacts from ancient civilisations. (C) Many visitors find it both educational and entertaining. (D) I highly recommend visiting during the weekend for a full experience. (E) You will definitely enjoys the guided tours available.

  1. AOption (a)

    AD

  2. BOption (b)

    AE

  3. COption (c)

    BC

  4. DOption (d)

    DE

  5. EOption (e)

    No Error

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

AE

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

  • In part A: "The museum's new exhibit are absolutely fascinating." The subject "exhibit" is singular, so it should be "is" instead of "are."
  • In part E: "You will definitely enjoys the guided tours available." The verb "enjoys" should be "enjoy" to agree with the subject "You."
  • Thus, the errors are located in parts A and E of the paragraph.

Therefore, the correct answer is AE.

 

Correct Sentences: "The museum's new exhibit is absolutely fascinating."

"You will definitely enjoy the guided tours available."

 

Additional Information

  • B: "It showcases artefacts from ancient civilisations." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • C: "Many visitors find it both educational and entertaining." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • D: "I highly recommend visiting during the weekend for a full experience." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the paragraph, but there are errors in parts A and E.

Question 82

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Read the paragraph below, divided into sections (A, B, C, D, E), and identify which sections contain grammatical errors. Choose the correct option that includes the sections with errors.

(A) Everyone in the team have contributed to the project's success. (B) We are grateful for their hard works and dedication. (C) The final report was submitted before the deadline. (D) This achievement demonstrates the power of collaboration. (E) Let us remember to celebrate our achievements together.

  1. AOption (a)

    AB

  2. BOption (b)

    CE

  3. COption (c)

    AD

  4. DOption (d)

    AE

  5. EOption (e)

    No Error

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

AB

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

  • In part A: "Everyone in the team have contributed to the project's success." The subject "everyone" is singular, so it should be "has" instead of "have."
  • In part B: "We are grateful for their hard works and dedication." The phrase should be "hard work" instead of "hard works."
  • Thus, the errors are located in parts A and B of the paragraph.

Therefore, the correct answer is AB.

 

Correct Sentences: "Everyone in the team has contributed to the project's success."

"We are grateful for their hard work and dedication."

 

Additional Information

  • C: "The final report was submitted before the deadline." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • D: "This achievement demonstrates the power of collaboration." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • E: "Let us remember to celebrate our achievements together." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the paragraph, but there are errors in parts A and B.

Question 83

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Read the paragraph below, divided into sections (A, B, C, D, E), and identify which sections contain grammatical errors. Choose the correct option that includes the sections with errors.

(A) The chef's special dish include an exotic blend of spices. (B) Many customers find it irresistible and keep returning for more. (C) The restaurant is known for its exceptional service. (D) We strive to make each dining experience unique and memorable. (E) Don't forget to try our signature desserts, which is the perfect end to a meal.

  1. AOption (a)

    AB

  2. BOption (b)

    AC

  3. COption (c)

    BE

  4. DOption (d)

    AE

  5. EOption (e)

    No Error

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

AE

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

  • In part A: "The chef's special dish include an exotic blend of spices." The subject "dish" is singular, so it should be "includes" instead of "include."
  • In part E: "Don't forget to try our signature desserts, which is the perfect end to a meal." The subject "desserts" is plural, so it should be "which are" instead of "which is."
  • Thus, the errors are located in parts A and E of the paragraph.

Therefore, the correct answer is AE.

 

Correct Sentences: "The chef's special dish includes an exotic blend of spices."

"Don't forget to try our signature desserts, which are the perfect end to a meal."

 

Additional Information

  • B: "Many customers find it irresistible and keep returning for more." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • C: "The restaurant is known for its exceptional service." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • D: "We strive to make each dining experience unique and memorable." – This part of the paragraph is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the paragraph, but there are errors in parts A and E.

Question 84

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions

In the following question, there is a sentence given with four words marked as (A), (B), (C) and (D). These words may or may not be placed in their correct order. Four options with different arrangements of these words are given. Mark the option with the correct arrangement as your answer. If no rearrangement is required, mark option (5) as your answer.

Her husband's unravel (A) behavior and frequent (B) absences from home made (C) their marriage inappropriate (D) within a year.

  1. AOption (a)

    A-B

  2. BOption (b)

    B-C

  3. COption (c)

    C-D

  4. DOption (d)

    D-A

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

D-A

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. D-A

Key PointsThe given sentence is -

Her husband's _______ (A) behavior and _______ (B) absences from home ______ (C) their marriage _______ (D) within a year.

To answer the question let's first look at the meanings of all the marked words.

  • (A) Unravel - It's a verb that means disintegrate or be destroyed (असफल होना)
  • (B) Frequent - It's an adjective that means occurring or done many times at short intervals (अक्सर)
  • (C) Made - It's a verb that means alter something so that it forms something else (बनाना)
  • (D) Inappropriate - It's an adjective that means not suitable or proper in the circumstances (अनुचित)

As we can see that in the given sentence 'behavior' is a noun and it needs an adjective before it while in the given arrangement it has 'unravel' before it which is a verb.

There are two adjectives in the marked words that are 'frequent' and 'inappropriate' and out of these two the most suitable adjective for behaviour is inappropriate. (Inappropriate behavior means the behavior that is not acceptable)

Also, The most suitaible place for 'unravel' i.e. a verb would be after the phrase 'made their marriage'. (Made their marriage unravel means to cause their marriage to fail)

Therefore, the correct answer would be D-A

The correct sentence after rearrangement -

'Her husband's inappropriate behavior and frequent absences from home made their marriage unravel within a year.'

Question 85

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions: Rearrange the following sentences A, B, C, D, E, and F in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below.

A. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit.

B. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia.

C. India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions.

D. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group.

E. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions.

F. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    C

  3. COption (c)

    E

  4. DOption (d)

    B

  5. EOption (e)

    D

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

C

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

  • The paragraph introduces the incredibly diverse linguistic landscape of India and sets the stage for a geographical journey through its languages.
  • Sentence C is the first sentence as it sets the overall topic and scope of the discussion:
  • "India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions."
  • Sentence B follows as it provides the overarching context and nature of this linguistic journey:
  • "This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia."
  • Sentence E is the third sentence because it begins the detailed geographical description from the starting point mentioned in C (far northwest):
  • "In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions."
  • Sentence A is the fourth as it continues the eastward progression, detailing the dominant Indo-Aryan languages:
  • "Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit."
  • Sentence D is the fifth as it introduces another major language family (Dravidian) that is found further south and east, distinct from the Indo-Aryan group:
  • "Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group."
  • Sentence F is the sixth and final sentence, completing the geographical overview by covering the languages of the Northeast:
  • "Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."
  • The correct sequence is CBEADF.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."

Question 86

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions: Rearrange the following sentences A, B, C, D, E, and F in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below.

A. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit.

B. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia.

C. India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions.

D. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group.

E. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions.

F. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    C

  2. BOption (b)

    F

  3. COption (c)

    B

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    A

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

B

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

  • The paragraph introduces the incredibly diverse linguistic landscape of India and sets the stage for a geographical journey through its languages.
  • Sentence C is the first sentence as it sets the overall topic and scope of the discussion:
  • "India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions."
  • Sentence B is the second sentence as it provides the overarching context and nature of this linguistic journey, logically following the introduction of the "remarkable transition":
  • "This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia."
  • Sentence E is the third sentence because it begins the detailed geographical description from the starting point mentioned in C (far northwest):
  • "In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions."
  • Sentence A is the fourth as it continues the eastward progression, detailing the dominant Indo-Aryan languages:
  • "Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit."
  • Sentence D is the fifth as it introduces another major language family (Dravidian) that is found further south and east, distinct from the Indo-Aryan group:
  • "Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group."
  • Sentence F is the sixth and final sentence, completing the geographical overview by covering the languages of the Northeast:
  • "Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."
  • The correct sequence is CBEADF.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."

Question 87

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions: Rearrange the following sentences A, B, C, D, E, and F in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below.

A. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit.

B. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia.

C. India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions.

D. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group.

E. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions.

F. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    F

  2. BOption (b)

    C

  3. COption (c)

    B

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    E

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

E

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 5.

 

Key Points

  • The paragraph introduces the incredibly diverse linguistic landscape of India and sets the stage for a geographical journey through its languages.
  • Sentence C is the first sentence as it sets the overall topic and scope of the discussion:
  • "India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions."
  • Sentence B is the second sentence as it provides the overarching context and nature of this linguistic journey, logically following the introduction of the "remarkable transition":
  • "This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia."
  • Sentence E is the third sentence because it begins the detailed geographical description from the starting point mentioned in C (far northwest):
  • "In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions."
  • Sentence A is the fourth as it continues the eastward progression, detailing the dominant Indo-Aryan languages:
  • "Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit."
  • Sentence D is the fifth as it introduces another major language family (Dravidian) that is found further south and east, distinct from the Indo-Aryan group:
  • "Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group."
  • Sentence F is the sixth and final sentence, completing the geographical overview by covering the languages of the Northeast:
  • "Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."
  • The correct sequence is CBEADF.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."

Question 88

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions: Rearrange the following sentences A, B, C, D, E, and F in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below.

A. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit.

B. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia.

C. India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions.

D. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group.

E. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions.

F. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

Which of the following should be the FOURTH sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    D

  3. COption (c)

    F

  4. DOption (d)

    B

  5. EOption (e)

    C

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

A

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

  • The paragraph introduces the incredibly diverse linguistic landscape of India and sets the stage for a geographical journey through its languages.
  • Sentence C is the first sentence as it sets the overall topic and scope of the discussion:
  • "India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions."
  • Sentence B is the second sentence as it provides the overarching context and nature of this linguistic journey, logically following the introduction of the "remarkable transition":
  • "This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia."
  • Sentence E is the third sentence because it begins the detailed geographical description from the starting point mentioned in C (far northwest):
  • "In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions."
  • Sentence A is the fourth sentence as it continues the eastward progression from the northwest, detailing the dominant Indo-Aryan languages found in the Northern and Eastern plains:
  • "Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit."
  • Sentence D is the fifth as it introduces another major language family (Dravidian) that is found further south and east, distinct from the Indo-Aryan group:
  • "Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group."
  • Sentence F is the sixth and final sentence, completing the geographical overview by covering the languages of the Northeast:
  • "Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."
  • The correct sequence is CBEADF.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."

Question 89

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions: Rearrange the following sentences A, B, C, D, E, and F in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below.

A. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit.

B. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia.

C. India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions.

D. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group.

E. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions.

F. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

Which of the following should be the FIFTH sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    F

  3. COption (c)

    D

  4. DOption (d)

    C

  5. EOption (e)

    B

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

D

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

  • The paragraph introduces the incredibly diverse linguistic landscape of India and sets the stage for a geographical journey through its languages.
  • Sentence C is the first sentence as it sets the overall topic and scope of the discussion:
  • "India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions."
  • Sentence B is the second sentence as it provides the overarching context and nature of this linguistic journey, logically following the introduction of the "remarkable transition":
  • "This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia."
  • Sentence E is the third sentence because it begins the detailed geographical description from the starting point mentioned in C (far northwest):
  • "In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions."
  • Sentence A is the fourth sentence as it continues the eastward progression from the northwest, detailing the dominant Indo-Aryan languages found in the Northern and Eastern plains:
  • "Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit."
  • Sentence D is the fifth sentence as it introduces another major language family (Dravidian) that is found further south and east, distinct from the Indo-Aryan group, logically following the discussion of Indo-Aryan languages:
  • "Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group."
  • Sentence F is the sixth and final sentence, completing the geographical overview by covering the languages of the Northeast:
  • "Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."
  • The correct sequence is CBEADF.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."

Question 90

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions: Rearrange the following sentences A, B, C, D, E, and F in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below.

A. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit.

B. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia.

C. India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions.

D. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group.

E. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions.

F. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

Which of the following should be the SIXTH sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    F

  5. EOption (e)

    E

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

F

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

  • The paragraph introduces the incredibly diverse linguistic landscape of India and sets the stage for a geographical journey through its languages.
  • Sentence C is the first sentence as it sets the overall topic and scope of the discussion:
  • "India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions."
  • Sentence B is the second sentence as it provides the overarching context and nature of this linguistic journey, logically following the introduction of the "remarkable transition":
  • "This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia."
  • Sentence E is the third sentence because it begins the detailed geographical description from the starting point mentioned in C (far northwest):
  • "In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions."
  • Sentence A is the fourth sentence as it continues the eastward progression from the northwest, detailing the dominant Indo-Aryan languages found in the Northern and Eastern plains:
  • "Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit."
  • Sentence D is the fifth sentence as it introduces another major language family (Dravidian) that is found further south and east, distinct from the Indo-Aryan group:
  • "Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group."
  • Sentence F is the sixth and final sentence, completing the geographical overview by covering the languages of the Northeast, logically concluding the journey across India's linguistic landscape:
  • "Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."
  • The correct sequence is CBEADF.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India's linguistic landscape is incredibly diverse, showcasing a remarkable transition in languages from its far northwest to the easternmost regions. This journey reveals a fascinating tapestry of linguistic evolution, influenced by migrations, invasions, and cultural exchanges over millennia. In the far northwest, languages like Kashmiri, Punjabi, and Sindhi, belonging to the Indo-Aryan family, show strong influences from Persian and Arabic due to historical interactions. Moving eastward, we encounter the Indo-Aryan languages like Hindi, Bengali, and Assamese, which dominate the Northern and Eastern plains, originating from Sanskrit. Further south and east, the Dravidian family, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, forms a distinct and ancient branch, unrelated to the Indo-Aryan group. Beyond these, the Northeast is home to numerous Tibeto-Burman languages, reflecting its geographical proximity and cultural ties with Southeast Asia."