First sentence: Why this is the first line? This paragraph is the first line because it introduces the main topic of literary activity in Latin America before European colonization. It does not refer to any previous information and sets the stage for the discussion. This follows the rule of Topic Sentence. Why other lines are not chosen? Paragraph 2 starts with 'Later,' which is a transitional word, so it cannot be the first sentence. Paragraph 3 starts with 'By the start,' which also suggests a time reference, making it dependent on prior context. Paragraph 4 uses 'Before the arrival,' which is a reference to a specific time, and thus cannot stand alone. Paragraph 5 uses 'By the start,' which indicates it is not independent.

Concluding sentence: Why this is the last line? This paragraph is the last line because it wraps up the discussion of literary development in Latin America. It shows the final stage of the timeline and summarizes the growth of important writers, following the rule of Summary Style.

Paragraph pairs:

• Pair 1 (Paragraph 1 → Paragraph 2): Paragraph 2 connects with Paragraph 1 because it continues the topic of literary activity. The word 'Later' shows a time progression, which follows the rule of Chronological Order.
• Pair 2 (Paragraph 2 → Paragraph 3): Paragraph 3 connects with Paragraph 2 because it shows the next stage in literary development. The phrase 'By the start of the 19th century' indicates a time shift, following the rule of Chronological Order.
• Pair 3 (Paragraph 3 → Paragraph 4): Paragraph 4 connects with Paragraph 3 because it continues the discussion of literary trends. The phrase 'Towards the end of the 19th century' shows a logical flow of time, following the rule of Chronological Order.
• Pair 4 (Paragraph 4 → Paragraph 5): Paragraph 5 connects with Paragraph 4 because it discusses the next phase in literary history. The phrase 'By the start of the 20th century' indicates a continuation of the timeline, following the rule of Chronological Order.