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Grammar cefr B1

know-past

Word Order Practice

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

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Jim knew the Devin truth about
Jim knew the truth about Devin
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Devin to just wanted be left alone
Devin just wanted to be left alone
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knew there mayor's the the involved last office scandal what and month Devin happened political was he with in
Devin was involved with the political scandal in the mayor's office last month and he knew what happened there
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because He meetings to he knew the listened firsthand
He knew firsthand because he listened to the meetings
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didn't any he But bad did things the he do of people say
But he didn't do any of the bad things people say he did
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didn't whereabouts knew Jim Devin's but he say anyone that to
Jim knew Devin's whereabouts but he didn't say that to anyone
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after everyone Devin could He alone needed knew Devin gone he be they to would and if knew time have
He knew Devin needed time to be alone and he knew everyone would have gone after Devin if they could
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own his fix needed to time Devin way things
Devin needed time to fix things his own way
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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