# PTE Re-order #18: Methods of Elephant Training

Re-order Paragraphs #18 - Level 2 - Feeds Reading

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- Two main techniques have been used for training elephants, which we may call respectively the tough and the gentle.
- The former method simply consists of setting an elephant to work and beating him until he does what is expected of him.
- Apart from any moral considerations, this is a stupid method of training, for it produces a resentful animal who, at a later stage, may well turn man-killer.
- The gentle method requires more patience in the early stages, but produces a cheerful, good-tempered elephant who will give many years of loyal service.

## Answer

1. Two main techniques have been used for training elephants, which we may call respectively the tough and the gentle.
2. The former method simply consists of setting an elephant to work and beating him until he does what is expected of him.
3. Apart from any moral considerations, this is a stupid method of training, for it produces a resentful animal who, at a later stage, may well turn man-killer.
4. The gentle method requires more patience in the early stages, but produces a cheerful, good-tempered elephant who will give many years of loyal service.

## Explanation

The sequence follows a logical structure: Introduction of two methods, Description of the first, Critique of the first, and Contrast with the second.

(Sentence 1): The first sentence introduces the topic by mentioning two main techniques for training elephants, referred to as the "tough" and the "gentle" methods. (Sentence 2): The second sentence explains the tough method, which involves forcing the elephant to work through physical punishment. (Sentence 3): The third sentence criticizes this approach, highlighting that it not only lacks moral consideration but also creates a resentful and potentially dangerous elephant. (Sentence 4): The final sentence describes the gentle method, which, although requiring more patience, results in a well-tempered and loyal elephant.

## Hints

- Look for the sentence that introduces the two categories first.
- Notice how the second paragraph refers to the 'former' method mentioned in the opening.

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