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    Question

    Directions : In the question given below, a set of sentences is given, which when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Arrange the sentences in the correct sequence, and answer the questions. P. These protests point to a widening chasm between youth and public institutions. Q. Others started in response to persistent unemployment and government corruption. R. A striking number of protest movements have erupted in recent months across the globe. S. Some have been triggered by seemingly minor grievances. T. Sadly, for most governments, violent suppression of brewing or existing unrest seems to be the response of choice

    Which of the following would be the SECOND statement

    after rearrangement?
    A P Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B R Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Q Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D S Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E T Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    RSQPT is the correct sequence. R begins the passage by establishing the subject: PROTEST MOVEMENTS. It tells us that there have been a lot of protest movements across the world. S and Q form a pair. S follows R. S tells us that some of them have been caused by minor grievances, while Q tells us that others have been caused by unemployment and corruption. P follows Q. It tells us that these protests highlight the lack of trust of youth in public institutions. T ends the passage by telling us that in most cases of protests, the governments have resorted to violent suppression.

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