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Grammar cefr A2

lay-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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very a sentimental Joe is guy
Joe is a very sentimental guy
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feels to old bed he He buy bed a but attached to new his needs
He needs to buy a new bed but he feels attached to his old bed
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After more the years all laid than on same bed for he's fifteen thinks he
After all he thinks he's laid on the same bed for more than fifteen years
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on He's in laid it thunderstorms
He's laid on it in thunderstorms
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on after great He's parties it laid
He's laid on it after great parties
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laid when was exhausted from on work it he He's
He's laid on it when he was exhausted from work
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he He doesn't has new bed get to want to a but
He doesn't want to get a new bed but he has to
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to You out springs bed see come are broken his and starting the has
You see his bed has broken and the springs are starting to come out
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Joe bed buy It's for a time to new
It's time for Joe to buy a new bed
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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