Sequencing

Directions: Read the scrambled sentences. Write numbers 1–5 (or 1–6) to arrange them in the correct order.

Story: “A Rainy Afternoon”

1. 1) ___ They ran to the waiting shed and stayed there for 15 minutes.

2. 2) ___ When the rain stopped, they went home carefully, avoiding the puddles.

3. 3) ___ Carlo and his friends were playing basketball in the park.

4. 4) ___ Suddenly, dark clouds appeared, and heavy rain started to pour.

5. 5) ___ They laughed and joked while waiting for the rain to stop.

6. 6) ___ Before reaching home, Carlo waved goodbye to his friends.

What happened first in the story?

• A. They ran to the shed.

• B. Carlo and his friends played basketball.

• C. Carlo waved goodbye.

• D. Dark clouds appeared.

8. What word signals the ending of the story?

• A. Before
  

• B. While
  

• C. When
  

• D. Goodbye

Directions: Read the sentences from an article about Healthy Living. Arrange them in order.

Passage:

1. 1) ___ To stay healthy, you need to take care of your body every day.

2. 2) ___ Eating vegetables and fruits gives you vitamins and minerals.

3. 3) ___ Doing exercise like jogging or sports makes your body strong.

4. 4) ___ Sleeping early and having enough rest helps your body recover.

5. 5) ___ A healthy body allows you to focus in school and enjoy life more.

Which signal word shows the last idea?

• A. To stay
  

• B. Eating
  

• C. A healthy body
  

• D. More

What could happen if the steps are not followed?

• A. You might feel strong all the time.
  

• B. You might not have a balanced life.
  

• C. You will never need rest.
  

• D. You can skip meals and stay healthy.

• Which word shows the start of a sequence?
  

• • A. Finally
    

• • B. Next
    

• • C. First
    

• • D. Afterward
    

• Which word shows the last step in a sequence?
  

• • A. Finally
    

• • B. Before
    

• • C. During
    

• • D. After
    

What word indicates a transition to a new idea?

• B. Next
  

• D. Therefore

• A. However
  

• C. Finally
  

Which word suggests a continuation of the story?

• A. Meanwhile
  

• B. Before
  

• C. After
  

• D. Eventually