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