[amp_mcq option1=”PQRS” option2=”QSPR” option3=”RPSQ” option4=”SRQP” correct=”option4″]
The correct answer is: D. SRQP
The passage is about the dangers of expecting something in return for our actions, especially in relationships. The author begins by stating that ingratitude stings strongest where relationships are closest (S1). This is because we expect the people closest to us to appreciate our actions and be grateful for them. When they are not, it can be very hurtful.
The author then goes on to say that expectation turns innocent relationships into commerce (P). This is because when we expect something in return for our actions, we are essentially treating the relationship as a business transaction. We are giving something in order to get something else. This can damage the trust and intimacy of the relationship.
The author then gives an example of how human relationships can be adulterated with sly commerce (Q). They say that in commerce, of course, give and take is understood. This means that in a business transaction, both parties are expecting something in return. However, in a relationship, this is not always the case. We should not expect something in return for our actions, simply because we care about the other person.
The author then concludes by saying that from any warm and healthy human relationship expectation of returns has to be weeded out (S6). This is because expectation can damage the relationship and make it less genuine. If we want to have healthy and fulfilling relationships, we need to be willing to give without expecting anything in return.
The other options are incorrect because they do not follow the logical flow of the passage. Option A, PQRS, puts the sentence about commerce before the sentence about relationships. This does not make sense, because the author is trying to show how commerce can damage relationships. Option B, QSPR, puts the sentence about expectation before the sentence about commerce. This also does not make sense, because the author is trying to show how expectation can damage relationships. Option C, RPSQ, puts the sentence about relationships before the sentence about commerce. This does not make sense, because the author is trying to show how commerce can damage relationships.