Para Jumbles & Sentence Rearrangement for SSC CGL
Complete Strategy & Practice Guide
1. What are Para Jumbles?
Para Jumbles are a set of sentences given in random order.
Your task: rearrange them to form a logical and coherent paragraph.
SSC tests logical reasoning, comprehension, and grammar through this
Usually 4–6 sentences are given
Example:
Sentences:
A. He reached the station late
B. He missed the train
C. He woke up late that morning
Correct Order: C → A → B
2. Strategy for Para Jumbles
Step 1: Identify the Opening Sentence
- Usually introduces the topic or subject
- Look for:
- Subject of first action
- Time or event indicators
Step 2: Identify the Closing Sentence
- Usually concludes the event or gives result
- Look for:
- Words like "finally," "thus," "hence"
Step 3: Look for Connectors
- Words like: but, because, however, although, then, after that
- Help establish logical links
Step 4: Identify Sequence of Events
- Check chronological order if action/event-based
Step 5: Check Pronouns & References
- Words like he, she, they, it → refer to previous sentence
- Ensures coherence
3. Common SSC Patterns
| Pattern | Tips |
|---|---|
| Event-based story | Arrange sentences chronologically |
| Cause-Effect | Identify cause first, then effect |
| Opinion + Reason | Identify main idea sentence, then supporting reason |
| Dialogue-based | Look for who speaks first, then response |
| Complex paragraph | Identify first, last, then connect middle sentences logically |
4. Sample Para Jumble
Sentences:
A. She decided to take an umbrella
B. It was raining heavily outside
C. She opened the door to leave
D. She reached the office safely
Solution Order: B → A → C → D
Explanation:
- B → introduces the situation (raining heavily)
- A → reaction (take an umbrella)
- C → action (opens the door)
- D → conclusion (reaches office safely)
5. Another Sample (Opinion + Reason)
Sentences:
A. Exercise is essential for a healthy life
B. It improves blood circulation and keeps the body fit
C. Many people ignore physical activity
D. Therefore, everyone should include it in their daily routine
Solution Order: C → A → B → D
Explanation:
- C → problem statement (people ignore activity)
- A → main idea (exercise is essential)
- B → supporting reason
- D → conclusion/advice
6. SSC Exam Tips
Identify opening & closing sentences first → reduces options
Look for connectors → logical flow is key
Check pronoun references → ensures coherence
For time sequence, check tense markers: then, next, after, finally
Practice past 5–10 years' SSC para jumbles → patterns repeat frequently
7. Practice Set
Sentences:
A. He studied hard for the exam
B. He passed with flying colors
C. Exams were approaching fast
D. He revised all chapters thoroughly
Task: Arrange in correct order
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C → A → D → B
Explanation:
- C → introduces urgency (exams approaching)
- A → first action (studied hard)
- D → supporting action (revised all chapters)
- B → result (passed with flying colors)
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