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The first and last sentences (S1 and S6) of a passage are given. Choose the correct order of the four middle parts P, Q, R and S.
S1. A cyclone begins as a cluster of storm clouds over warm ocean water.
P. Once the winds begin to spiral, the cluster takes on a distinct, rotating shape.
Q. The warm water supplies the moisture and heat that the storm needs to grow.
R. From space, this rotating shape is easy to recognise.
S. Satellites can therefore spot a young cyclone days before it nears the coast.
S6. Early warning of this kind has saved thousands of lives.
S1. A cyclone begins as a cluster of storm clouds over warm ocean water.
P. Once the winds begin to spiral, the cluster takes on a distinct, rotating shape.
Q. The warm water supplies the moisture and heat that the storm needs to grow.
R. From space, this rotating shape is easy to recognise.
S. Satellites can therefore spot a young cyclone days before it nears the coast.
S6. Early warning of this kind has saved thousands of lives.
- A. QPRS
- B. PQRS
- C. QRPS
- D. QPSR
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Answer: (A) QPRS
Q follows S1 by explaining the role of warm water. P describes the spiral shape, R says it is easy to recognise from space ('this rotating shape'), and S concludes with 'therefore'. So QPRS.
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