Sequencing Ideas - Functional Language
Practise sequencing ideas at A2–B1 level with useful phrase patterns and short situation-based responses. A separate page of suggested answers supports checking and discussion of other appropriate responses.
What’s in the worksheet?
- Useful phrase patterns
- Situation-based response practice
- Space for written responses
- Suggested answers on page 2
Signal the order of everyday actions clearly with sequence and time expressions.
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Page 2 of 2 · Answer key · A4 printable PDF
A simple way to teach it
Before the lesson
Give learners page 1; use the suggested answers on page 2 after they have written and compared their own responses.
- Sort first/next/finally from before/after and notice how the latter can introduce a noun or clause.
- Write steps for tea, homework, email, leaving home and the remaining processes.
- Combine selected steps into a short explanation and let a partner repeat the order.
Support and extension
Provide an optional three-step strip. Extend with a before-clause and explain that it may describe a condition rather than the next action. Accept logical alternatives; these are language exercises, not practical demonstrations with hot water.
Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.
