Arrange the following writers chronologically:

1. A. Richard Steele
2. B. Charles Lamb
3. C. John Dryden
4. D. Francis Bacon
5. E. Matthew Arnold

1. AA, B, C, D, E
2. BB, D, E, C, A
3. CC, B, D, A, E
4. DD, C, A, B, E

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Correct answer: D. D, C, A, B, E

Explanation

Bacon (1561–1626) → Dryden (1631–1700) → Steele (1672–1729) → Lamb (1775–1834) → Arnold (1822–88).