Question

In the given question, each of the parts of the sentence have been jumbled. These parts have been labelled (P), (Q), (R), and (S). Arrange the jumbled parts (P), (Q), (R), and (S) to form a logical sequence after the below – mentioned words/phrases.
The majestic sandalwood bed
(P) That is now impoverished
(Q) But not without some pride
(R) Belongs to the royal family
(S) Which is well-maintained
The proper sequence should be:
A. PSRQ
B. QRPS
C. SRPQ
D. PRSQ

Answer 1

Hint: Jumbled sentence questions require to select words or phrases from the options to complete a sentence.

Complete answer:
We have to identify the sequence of the sentences from the options given. His sentence starts with the phrase, ''The majestic sandalwood bed, which is the subject.
(S) Is followed by the first clause, 'which is well-maintained' describes the subject. Hence, it has to immediately follow the subject. Hence, the first part of the sentence is: 'The majestic sandalwood bed, which is well-maintained'. The next clause has to be followed by the verb related to the subject.
The clause (P) 'that is now impoverished' cannot be about the subject (As the sandalwood bed cannot be impoverished). The phrase (Q), 'but not without some pride' also cannot be about the subject (As the sandalwood bed cannot have pride). The phrase, (R) 'belongs to the royal family’ talks about the subject 'the majestic sandalwood bed'. Hence, (R) follows (S).
(P) 'That is now impoverished' talks about the royal family. Hence (P) has to follow (R). The phrase, 'but not without some pride' also talks about the royal family. It means 'however, it still has some pride'. As this phrase starts with the conjunction, 'but', we know that it contradicts a clause/phrase which immediately precedes it. It is unusual for a royal family to be impoverished. Part (Q) means that: Even though the royal family is impoverished, it still retains its pride. Hence (Q) should follow (R).

Option A) PSRQ – is an incorrect answer because when we connect these clauses they do not make any sense or meaning in the sentences (when joined together). However, this is an incorrect answer.
Option B) QRPS - is an incorrect answer because when we connect these clauses they do not make any sense or meaning in the sentences (when joined together). However, this is an incorrect answer.
Option C) SRPQ – is the correct answer because as described above, the sequence of these clauses is the best fit. Thus, this is the correct answer.
Option D) PRSQ - is an incorrect answer because when we connect these clauses they do not make any sense or meaning in the sentences (when joined together). However, this is an incorrect answer.
So, the correct sentences are:
The majestic sandalwood bed
(S) Which is well-maintained
(R) Belongs to the royal family
(P) That is now impoverished
(Q) But not without some pride
Option C is correct.

Note:
For jumbled sentences, it is very important to read selectively and search for transition words or other keywords as we did in the above question. The best way is to establish a link between the statements (like we did). Once a link is found, you get to know which statements will come together. Then, look in the options and make a meaningful sentence by joining all the jumbled sentences correctly.