The questions below consist of a set of labeled parts of a sentence. Out of four options given, select the most logical order of the parts which form a coherent sentence.
It had
P : he could accept it
Q: Narendra's nature to test
R : Something thoroughly before
S : Always been in

Appeared in: DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Explanation

The correct sequence is SQRP, which forms the sentence: "It had always been in Narendra's nature to test something thoroughly before he could accept it.".
The sentence begins with "It had". The auxiliary verb "had" requires a past participle, which is "been" from part S. The adverb "always" correctly fits between "had" and "been".
The phrase "in" from part S logically connects to "Narendra's nature" in part Q.
The infinitive "to test" from part Q is followed by its object "something" from part R.
Finally, the conjunction "before" from part R introduces the concluding clause "he could accept it" from part P.

Option A: This sequence forms the sentence: "It had Narendra's nature to test always been in something thoroughly before he could accept it." The structure is grammatically incorrect; "had" cannot be directly followed by "Narendra's nature" in this context.
Option B: This sequence forms the sentence: "It had he could accept it something thoroughly before always been in Narendra's nature to test." This is a completely jumbled and meaningless string of words.
Option D: This sequence forms the sentence: "It had something thoroughly before always been in he could accept it Narendra's nature to test." This is also a nonsensical and ungrammatical arrangement.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Sentence Rearrangement as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This is a general aptitude question testing English grammar and logical reasoning, not a clinical nursing concept.
Strong language and communication skills are essential for nurses for accurate patient documentation, clear communication with the healthcare team, and providing patient education.
What if the question started with 'Narendra's nature...'? The sentence structure would change, possibly to 'Narendra's nature was to test something thoroughly...'.

How to Approach the Question

First, read all the jumbled parts to get a general idea of the topic.
Identify the starting part of the sentence. The fixed part is "It had". An auxiliary verb like "had" is usually followed by a main verb (in its V3 form). Part S ("Always been in") provides this.
Look for logical and grammatical connections between the parts. For example, "been in" needs a location or state, which is provided by "Narendra's nature" (Q).
Form pairs of connected parts (S-Q, R-P) and then try to arrange these pairs.
Once you have a potential sequence (SQRP), read the complete sentence to check if it is coherent and grammatically correct.
Eliminate other options by quickly forming the sentences they suggest and noticing their lack of logic or grammatical errors.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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Practise the full DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Attempt every question from this paper in a timed mock, then review the full solution for each one.