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Practice Reading: Re-order Paragraphs ID: #40971 Bake macarons
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The text boxes on the left are sentences in a paragraph from a blog post about the process of learning to bake macarons at home. Restore the original order by dragging the text boxes from the left panel to the right panel.
* Move & order all paragraphs in the right field

Paragraph list

Researching various recipes and techniques became my first step, dedicating hours to understanding the delicate balance required for these French delicacies.
My journey into the world of baking began with a desire to master the art of making macarons, a task known for its complexity and precision.
After countless trials and refining my skills, I finally achieved the perfect batch of macarons, which were not only aesthetically pleasing but also delicious.
Despite initial failures, where my macarons were either too flat or had no feet, I persisted with adjustments to my technique.

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First sentence: Why this is the first line? This paragraph is the first sentence because it introduces the main topic of the text, which is the journey into baking and the desire to master macarons. It sets the stage for the following details about the baking process. It does not refer to any previous information, making it independent. Why other lines are not chosen? Paragraph 2 starts with 'Researching', which is not a general statement. Paragraph 3 starts with 'Despite', which is a conjunction. Paragraph 4 starts with 'After', which also indicates a sequence and is not independent.

Concluding sentence: Why this is the last line? This paragraph is the last sentence because it concludes the story of the baking journey. It summarizes the success after all the trials and adjustments, bringing closure to the theme of mastering macarons.

Paragraph pairs:

  • Pair 1 (Paragraph 1 → Paragraph 2): Paragraph 2 connects with Paragraph 1 because it continues the idea of the baking journey. The phrase 'my first step' shows a logical order of actions taken after the desire to master baking.
  • Pair 2 (Paragraph 2 → Paragraph 3): Paragraph 3 connects with Paragraph 2 because it shows the challenges faced after researching. The word 'Despite' indicates a contrast to the previous success in research, linking the two ideas.
  • Pair 3 (Paragraph 3 → Paragraph 4): Paragraph 4 connects with Paragraph 3 because it shows the result of the persistence mentioned in Paragraph 3. The phrase 'After countless trials' indicates a chronological order of events.

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