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Question : Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. According to Homer, Achilles was brought up by his mother at Phthia with his inseparable companion Patroclus.
B. Achilles was the bravest, handsomest and greatest warrior of the army of Agamemnon in the Trojan War.
C. Later non-Homeric tales suggest that Patroclus was Achilles' kinsman or lover.
D. Achilles, in Greek mythology, is the son of the mortal Peleus, king of the Myrmidons, and the Nereid Thetis.

Option 1: ABCD

Option 2: DBAC

Option 3: DABC

Option 4: CABD


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Correct Answer: DBAC


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

The paragraph starts with sentence D , which introduces Achilles and establishes his parentage, providing essential background information, followed by sentence B , which follows the introduction of Achilles by highlighting his exceptional qualities and his pivotal role as a warrior in the Trojan War, followed by sentence A , which adds details about Achilles' upbringing and his close relationship with Patroclus, an important figure in his life, and lastly sentence C , which further explores the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus, mentioning the different interpretations and nuances found in non-Homeric stories.

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