In each of these questions, a disarranged sentence is given in which words or…
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In each of these questions, a disarranged sentence is given in which words or phrases lettered p, q, r and s. You are to arrange to form a meaningful sentence
Deign, most honorable, magnificent and sovereign Lords,(q) interest I take in your common prosperity(s)this respectful testimony of the (r) to receive, and with equal goodness.(p)
Answer: B. qprs — Explanation: Arrange the fragments to form the complete sentence: Deign, most honorable, magnificent and sovereign Lords, to receive this respectful testimony…
- A.
qrsp
- B.
qprs
- C.
rspq
- D.
pqrs
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Correct answer: B
Explanation:
Arrange the fragments to form the complete sentence:
Deign, most honorable, magnificent and sovereign Lords, to receive this respectful testimony of the interest I take in your common prosperity, and with equal goodness.
Step 1: Combine the fragments "this respectful testimony of the" and "interest I take in your common prosperity" to make the object phrase.
Step 2: Place the infinitive phrase "to receive" before that object phrase so it correctly introduces what is to be received.
Step 3: Put the formal address "Deign, most honorable, magnificent and sovereign Lords," at the beginning to make a polite opening for the request.
Result: The correct, natural sentence order is the salutation, then the infinitive that introduces the testimony, then the testimony itself, and finally the closing phrase.