Directions: In this section, each item consists of six sentences of a passage. The first and sixth sentences are given in the beginning as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly on the answer sheet.

S1. The Renaissance was a fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political, and economic "rebirth" following the Middle Ages.

S6. It also set the groundwork for the modern understanding of the humanities and sciences.

P. Characterized by a resurgence of interest in classical philosophy and artistic values, it spread across Europe.

Q. Innovations in painting, sculpture, and architecture were accompanied by advances in literature, science, and technology.

R. Scholars revisited the works of ancient Greco-Roman authors, leading to significant developments in education and philosophy.

S. This era witnessed the creation of iconic works that have defined much of Western art history.