Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question some statements have been provided. These statements form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these statements. A. The immense preparations which so distant an enterprise required, the enormous quantities of provisions and ammunition collecting, the noise of arms, of carriages, and the march of such numbers of soldiers - the universal movement the majestic and terrible course of all the forces of the West against the East - every thing announced to Europe that her two colossuses were about to measure their strength with each other. B. But, to get within reach of Russia, it was necessary to go beyond Austria, to cross Prussia, and to march between Sweden and Turkey; an offensive alliance with these four powers was therefore indispensable. C. With feelings of this kind, her leader, influenced by his position, and urged on by his enterprising character, filled his imagination with the vast project of becoming the sole master of Europe, by overwhelming Russia, and wresting Poland from her dominion. D. He had so much difficulty in concealing this project that hints of it began to escape him in all directions. E. Austria was as much subject to the influence of Napoleon as Prussia was to his arms: to them he had only to declare his intentions; Austria voluntarily and eagerly entered into his plans, and Prussia he easily prevailed on to join him.

  1. CDBAE

  2. CDAEB

  3. CDABE

  4. CABED

  5. AEBCD

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C Correct answer
Explanation

'This project' in D should follow 'the vast project' in C. The reference to Austria and Prussia in E should logically follow B. Hence, CDABE