Rearrange the given sentences in a correct sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and answer the questions that follow.

A. It can be a person, animal or object, and is most widely associated with consumer brands and sports sphere.

B. Mascot is a symbol of representation for any kind of group that is a common public identity.

C. Its main purpose is merchandising and marketers have been quick to realize the 3 - dimensional mascots’ potential.

D. The word mascot is derived from the French term “mascotte” which means lucky charm.

E. Henceforth, it was the sports organizations that used certain animals as their mascots and then, evolving into the 3 - dimensional mascots seen in contemporary times.