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Practice Reading: Re-order Paragraphs ID: #42637 Rooftop garden
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The text boxes on the left are sentences in a paragraph from an article about the process of creating a rooftop garden. 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

Looking at the vibrant garden above the city's hustle, I felt a deep sense of pride in creating a small sanctuary.
The idea of transforming my barren rooftop into a lush green space was inspired by a desire to contribute to the urban ecosystem.
The installation of a simple drip irrigation system was a crucial step.
Researching suitable plant species that could thrive in the harsh rooftop conditions was my first step.
Subsequently, I invested in durable containers and soil specifically formulated for rooftop gardening.

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First sentence: Why this is the first line? This paragraph is the first because it introduces the main topic of the text. It talks about the idea of changing the rooftop into a green space. This is a broad overview of what the text will discuss. It does not use any specific details or references to previous information. Why other lines are not chosen? Paragraph 2 starts with 'Researching' which is not a general statement. Paragraph 3 starts with 'Subsequently' which is a conjunction. Paragraph 4 starts with 'The installation' which uses the definite article 'the' and assumes prior knowledge. Paragraph 5 starts with 'Looking' which is not a general statement.

Concluding sentence: Why this is the last line? This paragraph is the last because it wraps up the text. It reflects on the feelings of pride after completing the garden. It brings together the earlier points about the process of creating the rooftop garden.

Paragraph pairs:

  • Pair 1 (Paragraph 1 → Paragraph 2): This pair connects because the first paragraph introduces the idea of creating a green space. The second paragraph follows logically by explaining the first step in this process, which is researching plants. This shows a logical order of thought.
  • Pair 2 (Paragraph 2 → Paragraph 3): This pair connects because the second paragraph talks about researching plants. The third paragraph continues this thought by explaining the next action taken, which is buying containers and soil. This shows a clear progression of steps.
  • Pair 3 (Paragraph 3 → Paragraph 4): This pair connects because the third paragraph discusses buying containers and soil. The fourth paragraph then explains another important step, which is installing an irrigation system. This shows a logical order of actions.
  • Pair 4 (Paragraph 4 → Paragraph 5): This pair connects because the fourth paragraph talks about the irrigation system, which is part of the gardening process. The fifth paragraph concludes by expressing pride in the completed garden. This shows a logical flow from action to reflection.

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