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Grammar cefr A2

become-past

Word Order Practice

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

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was weather clear became the when happy Jill
Jill became happy when the weather was clear
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but not She sunny rainy days days liked
She liked sunny days but not rainy days
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She became on days and quiet rainy unhappy
She became unhappy and quiet on rainy days
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Everyone her could see change mood
Everyone could see her mood change
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for become again When the clear to was it rainy she weather waited
When it was rainy she waited for the weather to become clear again
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person new a she became Then
Then she became a new person
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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