Arrange these statements in the order they occur in Bacon's 'Of Studies':

1. A. Their chief use for delight is in privateness and retiring.
2. B. To spend too much time in studies is sloth.
3. C. They perfect nature, and are perfected by experience.
4. D. Crafty men contemn studies.
5. E. Histories make men wise.

1. AB, D, C, A, E
2. BA, B, D, C, E
3. CC, A, E, B, D
4. DA, C, D, E, B

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

Explanation

The essay runs from the three uses of study, through its excesses and its relation to nature, to the kinds of men and finally the effects of each discipline.