Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below, the first and the last (correctly ordered) sentences are numbered 1 and 6, respectively. The rest of the passage is split into four parts and named B, C, D and E. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Choose the correct combination from the given alternatives.

  1. While smiling is perceived as a positive emotion most of the time, there are many cultures that perceive smiling as a negative expression and consider it unwelcoming. B. Japanese people may smile when they are confused or angry. C. In other parts of Asia, people may smile when they are embarrassed. A smile may be reserved for close friends and family members. D. As many people in the former Soviet Union area consider smiling at strangers in public to be unusual and even suspicious behaviour. E. Too much smiling can be viewed as a sign of shallowness or dishonesty.
  2. Whereas smiling freely is far more prevalent in Europe.

  1. BCDE

  2. DBCE

  3. CDBE

  4. EBCD

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Too much smiling’ in E is linked with ‘smiling as a negative expression’ in 1. B introduces Japanese people and C refers to ‘other parts of Asia’. ‘Smile may be reserved for close friends....’ in C is connected to ‘smiling at strangers in public to be unusual’ in D. Hence, we get BCD link. D is also connected to 6 as it provides a contrary statement.