Choose the most logical order of sentences from among the four choices to construct a coherent paragraph.
A. All great thinkers live and move on a high plane of thought.
B. There is no illuminative genius who did not drink his inspiration from the functions of ancient tradition.
C. It is only there that they can breathe.
D. It may be spiritual or intellectual pride that is engendered on the high plane of intellectual life.

Correct option is A

The correct sequence is B, A, C, D.
Explanation:
B: The paragraph begins with the idea that all great thinkers derive inspiration from ancient tradition. This introduces the foundational thought.
A: Expands the idea by explaining that great thinkers operate on a high plane of thought.
C: Explains why they need the high plane of thought—because it is essential for their existence.
D: Concludes the paragraph by discussing what is engendered (spiritual or intellectual pride) on this high plane.