In the question below, a sentence has been given which is divided into four parts. Choose the option that gives the correct rearrangement of the parts to form a grammatically and contextually meaningful sentence.

(A) appear much older
(B) even though Janet is a very
(C) young woman, her
(D) rough countenance makes her

Correct option is C

Correct answer: C — BCDA

Correct rearranged sentence

Even though Janet is a very young woman, her rough countenance makes her appear much older.

Explanation of the sequence B → C → D → A

Part B: “even though Janet is a very”

·       This introduces a concessive clause using “even though,” signalling contrast.

·       It prepares the reader for an unexpected outcome.

Part C: “young woman, her”

·       Completes the concessive clause: “even though Janet is a very young woman,”

·       The comma correctly separates the concessive clause from the main clause and introduces the possessive subject “her.”

Part D: “rough countenance makes her”

·       This forms the main clause, stating the cause or reason.

·       “Makes her” requires a complement to complete the idea.

Part A: “appear much older”

·       Completes the verb phrase “makes her appear…”

·       Provides the final, logical outcome that contrasts with her youth.

Why other options do not work

·       CABD: Begins abruptly without a proper concessive structure and disrupts logical flow.

·       DBAC: Starts with a noun phrase without establishing contrast.

·       ADCB: Places the result before the cause and breaks grammatical continuity.

·       No rearrangement required: The original order does not form a coherent sentence.

Final Answer

Option C — BCDA