Writing Activity: Irregular Past Simple Verbs

In this activity, you will practice using irregular past simple verbs. Remember the dialogue between Lady Evelyn and Sir Edward in the previous listening activity? Now, let's focus on writing using mainly irregular verbs and learn some advanced vocabulary!

Task 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the correct past simple form of the verbs given in parentheses:

Lady Evelyn: "Do you remember when we to the grand ball at Lord Harrington's estate? It was such a magnificent evening."

Sir Edward: "Indeed, I remember it well. We in the grand hall, and the orchestra beautifully. Just like a dream."

Lady Evelyn: "And there the firework display in the garden. It was truly spectacular."

Sir Edward: "Yes, and the night filled with laughter and joy as we through the gardens."

Task 3: Match the Verbs

Match the base form of the verb with its past simple form:

go
see
do
have

Task 4: Create Your Own Sentences

Use the following irregular verbs to create your own sentences in the past simple:

go
see
do
have

Task 5: Advanced Vocabulary Dragging Activity

Drag and drop the correct definition to match the advanced vocabulary word:

magnificent

orchestra

spectacular

stroll

cherish

simplicity

extremely beautiful, elaborate, or impressive

a large group of musicians who play together on various instruments

visually striking and impressive; amazing

walk in a leisurely way

to hold something dear; to keep (a hope or ambition) in one's mind

the quality or condition of being easy to understand or do; the quality or condition of being plain or uncomplicated in form or design

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