Sequence Words Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 6: Sequence words · Set 558 · 40 questions

Writer's tip (Order words): Find what must happen FIRST — the step that every other step needs. Middle steps take Then and Next. The very last step takes Finally.

1. 1.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to make lemonade:
   First, cut a lemon in half.
   Then, squeeze the juice into a jug.
   Next, add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
   ___, stir well and pour it into glasses. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
2. 2.These steps to plant a seed are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Water the pot and keep it in the sun. (b) Drop the seed in and cover it. (c) Make a hole with your finger.
3. 3.These steps to brush your teeth are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Squeeze a little toothpaste onto it. (b) Wet your toothbrush. (c) Rinse your mouth and the brush.
4. 4.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to bake a cake:
   First, mix flour, sugar, butter and eggs.
   Then, pour the mixture into a cake tin.
   ___, bake it in the oven for forty minutes.
   Finally, let it cool, then cut a slice. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally
5. 5.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to cross the road:
   ___, stop at the edge of the pavement.
   Then, look right, left and right again.
   Next, wait until the road is clear.
   Finally, walk straight across the road. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
6. 6.These steps to fly a kite are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Hold the kite up to the wind. (b) Tie the string to the kite. (c) Wind the string in to bring it down.
7. 7.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to make a fruit salad:
   First, wash the fruit.
   Then, peel the banana and the orange.
   Next, chop all the fruit into small pieces.
   ___, mix them in a bowl and serve. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First
8. 8.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Write a message inside. (b) Fold a sheet of card in half. (c) Draw a picture on the front.
9. 9.These steps to wash your hands are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Wet your hands under the tap. (b) Rinse and dry them on a towel. (c) Scrub between your fingers.
10. 10.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to pack a school bag:
    First, check the timetable for tomorrow.
    Then, find the books for each class.
    ___, put the books and pencil box in the bag.
    Finally, zip the bag and keep it by the door. (a) Next (b) Finally (c) First
11. 11.These steps to make a puppet are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Sew on a red tongue of cloth. (b) Glue two buttons on it for eyes. (c) Find an old sock.
12. 12.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a sandwich:
    First, take two slices of bread.
    Then, spread butter on each slice.
    Next, put cucumber and tomato on one slice.
    ___, cover it with the other slice and eat. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
13. 13.These steps to make a paper boat are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Pull the sides open into a boat. (b) Take a sheet of paper. (c) Float your boat in a puddle.
14. 14.These steps to send a letter are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Drop it in the post box. (b) Write the address and stick a stamp. (c) Fold it and put it in an envelope.
15. 15.These steps to water the plants are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Put the can back in its place. (b) Pour water gently at the roots. (c) Fill the watering can at the tap.
16. 16.These steps to take a photo are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Point it at your friends. (b) Ask everyone to smile. (c) Switch on the camera.
17. 17.These steps to plant a seed are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Drop the seed in and cover it. (b) Fill a small pot with soil. (c) Water the pot and keep it in the sun.
18. 18.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a clay pot:
    First, knead the clay until it is soft.
    ___, roll it into a ball.
    Next, press your thumb in and shape the pot.
    Finally, leave the pot in the sun to dry. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
19. 19.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make tea:
    First, boil water in a pan.
    Then, add tea leaves to the boiling water.
    ___, pour in milk and add some sugar.
    Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Next
20. 20.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to send a letter:
    First, write your letter on a sheet of paper.
    Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    ___, write the address and stick a stamp.
    Finally, drop it in the post box. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Next
21. 21.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to brush your teeth:
    First, wet your toothbrush.
    Then, squeeze a little toothpaste onto it.
    ___, brush every tooth for two minutes.
    Finally, rinse your mouth and the brush. (a) Next (b) Finally (c) First
22. 22.These steps to make a fruit salad are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Chop all the fruit into small pieces. (b) Peel the banana and the orange. (c) Wash the fruit.
23. 23.These steps to make lemonade are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Squeeze the juice into a jug. (b) Stir well and pour it into glasses. (c) Add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
24. 24.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a paper boat:
    ___, take a sheet of paper.
    Then, fold it into a triangle shape.
    Next, pull the sides open into a boat.
    Finally, float your boat in a puddle. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
25. 25.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Fold a sheet of card in half. (b) Write a message inside. (c) Give the card to your friend.
26. 26.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to send a letter:
    ___, write your letter on a sheet of paper.
    Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    Next, write the address and stick a stamp.
    Finally, drop it in the post box. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First
27. 27.These steps to send a letter are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Write the address and stick a stamp. (b) Write your letter on a sheet of paper. (c) Drop it in the post box.
28. 28.These steps to pack a school bag are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Find the books for each class. (b) Zip the bag and keep it by the door. (c) Check the timetable for tomorrow.
29. 29.These steps to fly a kite are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Hold the kite up to the wind. (b) Let out the string slowly as it rises. (c) Tie the string to the kite.
30. 30.These steps to cook rice are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Wash the rice in cold water. (b) Put the rice and water in a pot. (c) Boil it until the water is soaked up.
31. 31.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a sandwich:
    First, take two slices of bread.
    Then, spread butter on each slice.
    ___, put cucumber and tomato on one slice.
    Finally, cover it with the other slice and eat. (a) Finally (b) Next (c) First
32. 32.These steps to make a clay pot are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Knead the clay until it is soft. (b) Roll it into a ball. (c) Leave the pot in the sun to dry.
33. 33.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to cook rice:
    First, wash the rice in cold water.
    Then, put the rice and water in a pot.
    ___, boil it until the water is soaked up.
    Finally, fluff the cooked rice with a spoon. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next
34. 34.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a greeting card:
    First, fold a sheet of card in half.
    ___, draw a picture on the front.
    Next, write a message inside.
    Finally, give the card to your friend. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First
35. 35.These steps to make a paper boat are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Pull the sides open into a boat. (b) Float your boat in a puddle. (c) Fold it into a triangle shape.
36. 36.These steps to water the plants are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Pour water gently at the roots. (b) Carry it to the garden. (c) Fill the watering can at the tap.
37. 37.These steps to make a clay pot are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Press your thumb in and shape the pot. (b) Knead the clay until it is soft. (c) Roll it into a ball.
38. 38.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to wash your hands:
    First, wet your hands under the tap.
    Then, rub soap all over them.
    Next, scrub between your fingers.
    ___, rinse and dry them on a towel. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
39. 39.These steps to wrap a present are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Fold the paper around the gift. (b) Put the gift on the wrapping paper. (c) Stick the edges with tape.
40. 40.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a puppet:
    First, find an old sock.
    Then, glue two buttons on it for eyes.
    Next, sew on a red tongue of cloth.
    ___, slip it on your hand and make it talk. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because

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