First sentence: Why this is the first line? This paragraph is the first line because it introduces the main topic. It shows the hypothesis about the new drug. This is an introductory statement that sets the stage for the rest of the text. It does not refer to any previous information, so it is independent. Why other lines are not chosen? Paragraph 2 starts with "A double-blind study" which is specific and assumes prior knowledge. Paragraph 3 starts with "Half of the participants" which is also specific. Paragraph 4 starts with "Initially, both groups" which refers to groups not yet introduced. Paragraph 5 starts with "However, over the course" which indicates a continuation of thought.

Concluding sentence: Why this is the last line? This paragraph is the last line because it summarizes the main findings of the study. It shows the final results and wraps up the discussion about the drug's effectiveness.

Paragraph pairs:

• Pair 1 (Paragraph 1 → Paragraph 2): Paragraph 2 connects to Paragraph 1 because it explains what was done to test the hypothesis. This shows a logical order from the idea to the action taken.
• Pair 2 (Paragraph 2 → Paragraph 3): Paragraph 3 connects to Paragraph 2 because it describes what happened in the study. This is a clear logical order as it explains the details of the study.
• Pair 3 (Paragraph 3 → Paragraph 4): Paragraph 4 connects to Paragraph 3 because it shows the results of the first part of the study. This follows a logical order as it explains what both groups felt after receiving their treatments.
• Pair 4 (Paragraph 4 → Paragraph 5): Paragraph 5 connects to Paragraph 4 because it shows the change over time. This is a cause and effect relationship, where the initial results lead to the later findings.