Sequence Words Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 6: Sequence words · Set 80 · 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.These steps to make a clay pot are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Leave the pot in the sun to dry. (b) Knead the clay until it is soft. (c) Press your thumb in and shape the pot.
2. 2.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to pack a school bag:
   First, check the timetable for tomorrow.
   ___, find the books for each class.
   Next, put the books and pencil box in the bag.
   Finally, zip the bag and keep it by the door. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
3. 3.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) Next (b) Finally (c) First
4. 4.These steps to cross the road are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Walk straight across the road. (b) Stop at the edge of the pavement. (c) Wait until the road is clear.
5. 5.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to make lemonade:
   ___, cut a lemon in half.
   Then, squeeze the juice into a jug.
   Next, add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
   Finally, stir well and pour it into glasses. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
6. 6.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
   How to send a letter:
   First, write your letter on a sheet of paper.
   ___, fold it and put it in an envelope.
   Next, write the address and stick a stamp.
   Finally, drop it in the post box. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally
7. 7.These steps to make a paper boat are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Float your boat in a puddle. (b) Pull the sides open into a boat. (c) Take a sheet of paper.
8. 8.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) First (c) Finally
9. 9.These steps to brush your teeth are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Wet your toothbrush. (b) Squeeze a little toothpaste onto it. (c) Rinse your mouth and the brush.
10. 10.These steps to wash your hands are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Rub soap all over them. (b) Scrub between your fingers. (c) Wet your hands under the tap.
11. 11.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to cross the road:
    First, stop at the edge of the pavement.
    Then, look right, left and right again.
    Next, wait until the road is clear.
    ___, walk straight across the road. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
12. 12.These steps to make a fruit salad are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Peel the banana and the orange. (b) Chop all the fruit into small pieces. (c) Wash the fruit.
13. 13.These steps to cook rice are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Put the rice and water in a pot. (b) Boil it until the water is soaked up. (c) Fluff the cooked rice with a spoon.
14. 14.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.
    Next, write the address and stick a stamp.
    ___, drop it in the post box. (a) Because (b) Finally (c) First
15. 15.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
16. 16.These steps to make tea are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Strain the tea into cups. (b) Boil water in a pan. (c) Add tea leaves to the boiling water.
17. 17.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.
    ___, add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
    Finally, stir well and pour it into glasses. (a) Next (b) Finally (c) First
18. 18.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to wrap a present:
    First, put the gift on the wrapping paper.
    ___, fold the paper around the gift.
    Next, stick the edges with tape.
    Finally, tie a ribbon on top. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First
19. 19.These steps to plant a seed are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Fill a small pot with soil. (b) Make a hole with your finger. (c) Water the pot and keep it in the sun.
20. 20.These steps to fly a kite are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Wind the string in to bring it down. (b) Hold the kite up to the wind. (c) Tie the string to the kite.
21. 21.These steps to pack a school bag are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Check the timetable for tomorrow. (b) Find the books for each class. (c) Zip the bag and keep it by the door.
22. 22.These steps to water the plants are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Pour water gently at the roots. (b) Put the can back in its place. (c) Fill the watering can at the tap.
23. 23.These steps to bake a cake are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Pour the mixture into a cake tin. (b) Mix flour, sugar, butter and eggs. (c) Let it cool, then cut a slice.
24. 24.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make lemonade:
    First, cut a lemon in half.
    ___, squeeze the juice into a jug.
    Next, add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
    Finally, stir well and pour it into glasses. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
25. 25.These steps to make a sandwich are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Spread butter on each slice. (b) Take two slices of bread. (c) Cover it with the other slice and eat.
26. 26.These steps to make a sandwich are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Spread butter on each slice. (b) Put cucumber and tomato on one slice. (c) Take two slices of bread.
27. 27.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) Cut a lemon in half.
28. 28.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to take a photo:
    ___, switch on the camera.
    Then, point it at your friends.
    Next, ask everyone to smile.
    Finally, press the button to click the photo. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally
29. 29.These steps to take a photo are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Point it at your friends. (b) Switch on the camera. (c) Ask everyone to smile.
30. 30.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a greeting card:
    ___, fold a sheet of card in half.
    Then, draw a picture on the front.
    Next, write a message inside.
    Finally, give the card to your friend. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally
31. 31.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to water the plants:
    ___, fill the watering can at the tap.
    Then, carry it to the garden.
    Next, pour water gently at the roots.
    Finally, put the can back in its place. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
32. 32.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to plant a seed:
    ___, fill a small pot with soil.
    Then, make a hole with your finger.
    Next, drop the seed in and cover it.
    Finally, water the pot and keep it in the sun. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First
33. 33.These steps to wrap a present are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Tie a ribbon on top. (b) Put the gift on the wrapping paper. (c) Fold the paper around the gift.
34. 34.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) Next (b) First (c) Finally
35. 35.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make tea:
    ___, boil water in a pan.
    Then, add tea leaves to the boiling water.
    Next, pour in milk and add some sugar.
    Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally
36. 36.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Draw a picture on the front. (b) Write a message inside. (c) Fold a sheet of card in half.
37. 37.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a paper boat:
    First, take a sheet of paper.
    ___, fold it into a triangle shape.
    Next, pull the sides open into a boat.
    Finally, float your boat in a puddle. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First
38. 38.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to make a greeting card:
    First, fold a sheet of card in half.
    Then, draw a picture on the front.
    Next, write a message inside.
    ___, give the card to your friend. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First
39. 39.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
    How to wrap a present:
    First, put the gift on the wrapping paper.
    Then, fold the paper around the gift.
    ___, stick the edges with tape.
    Finally, tie a ribbon on top. (a) Finally (b) Next (c) First
40. 40.These steps to make a puppet are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Sew on a red tongue of cloth. (b) Find an old sock. (c) Slip it on your hand and make it talk.

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