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Grammar cefr A2

beat-past

Word Order Practice

Listen to each sentence, then tap the words in the correct order. Green ✓ = correct so far.

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before the put mix in Jocelyn beat cake the eggs them she
Jocelyn beat the eggs before she put them in the cake mix
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to eggs like didn't She to liked she make but the cakes beat
She liked to make cakes but she didn't like to beat the eggs
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messy It was too
It was too messy
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She daughter thought her enough her big was daughter the when could beat eggs that
She thought that when her daughter was big enough her daughter could beat the eggs
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wouldn't Jocelyn do have Then it to
Then Jocelyn wouldn't have to do it
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What nice a thought
What a nice thought
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Why does word order matter? (Tips & Technique)

Word order is crucial in English because it affects meaning. Unlike some languages that use case endings, English relies heavily on word order to convey meaning.

This exercise helps you:

  • Internalize English sentence patterns
  • Recognize how grammar patterns fit into sentences
  • Develop a natural feel for correct English structure
  • Improve both listening and grammar simultaneously

Tips for Effective Practice

  1. Always listen to the audio first before attempting to order the words
  2. Pay attention to common patterns like subject-verb-object
  3. Notice how grammar patterns are positioned in sentences
  4. If you make a mistake, use it as a learning opportunity
  5. After completing each sentence, listen again while reading your answer