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Grammar cefr A2

ring-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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desk the front security James attendant is high for building a
James is the front desk attendant for a high security building
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building Many people important to come have the
Many important people have come to the building
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entrance get when the at they front in to answers ring He
He answers when they ring to get in at the front entrance
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in have Diplomats rung to get
Diplomats have rung to get in
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have rung get in to Spies
Spies have rung to get in
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rung have get in to Important politicians
Important politicians have rung to get in
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has James all seen them
James has seen them all
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he running six would ever buzzer problem and there a security If was could men ring the come
If there was ever a problem he could ring the buzzer and six security men would come running
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James his job likes
James likes his job
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just him It for right is
It is just right for him
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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