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Grammar cefr A2

bet-past

Word Order Practice

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

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the was horse Jenson always races at
Jenson was always at the horse races
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bad the bet on horses always He
He always bet on the bad horses
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day be his horse one rich that then He would he said win would and
He said that one day his horse would win and then he would be rich
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asked after him his the friend wanted if Usually beer races a he
Usually after the races his friend asked him if he wanted a beer
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Jenson always You bet said
Jenson always said You bet
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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