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. Relative to the history of life, human languages have existed on the earth for only a few thousand years. B. As in all information systems, errors can easily creep into the system, especially at the beginning of its development. C. It should not come to any surprise that our language and thought processes may contain errors, delusions and beliefs. D. This is a flash of an instant compared to the millions of years of evolution. E. It should come as no surprise that language takes time to develop into a useful means of communication.
  2. It would behoove us to find and attempt to deal with these language errors and become aware of their dangers.

  1. BCED

  2. DBCE

  3. DBEC

  4. DEBC

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

This’ in D refers to 'only a few thousand years’ in 1. ‘takes time to develop’ in E and ‘As in all….its development’ in B connect them. C precedes 6 because it refers to 'errors' given in 6.