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Grammar cefr A2

swim-past

Word Order Practice

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

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pool son my local swam I in with the swimming
I swam with my son in the local swimming pool
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swam in it with an I summer pool the him outdoor because was only
I swam with him only in the summer because it was an outdoor pool
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did he still but bit He was so he swim a a learning lot little swam not
He swam a little bit but he was still learning so he did not swim a lot
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did swam He I because
He swam because I did
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it learned liked because I I and swam when I was I young
I swam because I learned when I was young and I liked it
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not son too young youngest swim My was because did he
My youngest son did not swim because he was too young
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soon Maybe he swim will
Maybe he will swim soon
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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