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Grammar cefr A2

build-perfect_tense

Word Order Practice

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

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houses has years for built Bob Thornton
Bob Thornton has built houses for years
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father is many his things father builder and a Bob His from has learned
His father is a builder and Bob has learned many things from his father
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they've have run construction built for a company many They years and houses together
They have run a construction company together and they've built houses for many years
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loves hasn't successful to the because to is It he bigger make Bob building but build stopped company
It is successful but Bob hasn't stopped building to make the company bigger because he loves to build
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a built He with for touch houses has years personal
He has built houses with a personal touch for years
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why That is been they have so successful
That is why they have been so successful
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to the also into Bob they houses has continue run built business can the future son with his so
Bob has also built houses with his son so they can continue to run the business into the future
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has for many years houses many Bob built
Bob has built many houses for many years
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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