GATE EC 2015 Set 3 — Question 7

MCQ+2 / -0.67EasyNarrative SequencingVerbal AptitudeGeneral Aptitude

General Aptitude → Verbal Aptitude → Narrative Sequencing

Last updated 5 September 2026

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In the following question, the first and the last sentence of the passage are in order and numbered 1 and 6. The rest of the passage is split into 4 parts and numbered as 2, 3, 4, and 5. These 4 parts are not arranged in proper order. Read the sentences and arrange them in a logical sequence to make a passage and choose the correct sequence from the given options. 1. On Diwali, the family rises early in the morning. 2. The whole family, including the young and the old enjoy doing this. 3. Children let off fireworks later in the night with their friends. 4. At sunset, the lamps are lit and the family performs various rituals. 5. Father, mother, and children visit relatives and exchange gifts and sweets. 6. Houses look so pretty with lighted lamps all around.

Correct answer (B) 5,2,4,3 Solution The passage describes the sequence of events on Diwali. 1. Sentence 1 (Start): Family rises early. 2. Sentence 5: They visit relatives and exchange gifts (daytime activity). 3. Sentence 2: 'doing this' refers to the exchange of gifts mentioned in sentence 5. 4. Sentence 4: At sunset, lamps are lit. 5. Sentence 3: Later in the night, fireworks are let off. 6. Sentence 6 (End): Houses look pretty with lamps. Thus, the logical sequence for parts 2, 3, 4, 5 is 5, 2, 4, 3. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (B) 5,2,4,3 Solution The passage describes the sequence of events on Diwali. 1. Sentence 1 (Start): Family rises early. 2. Sentence 5: They visit relatives and exchange gifts (daytime activity). 3. Sentence 2: 'doing this' refers to the exchange of gifts mentioned in sentence 5. 4. Sentence 4: At sunset, lamps are lit. 5. Sentence 3: Later in the night, fireworks are let off. 6. Sentence 6 (End): Houses look pretty with lamps. Thus, the logical sequence for parts 2, 3, 4, 5 is 5, 2, 4, 3.

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