For the beginning, remember this simple rule:
subject | verb(s) | object |
---|---|---|
I | speak | English |
I | can speak | English |
Exercise on word order in positive sentences 1
If you are a more advanced learner, remember the following rule:
subject | verb(s9 | indirect object | direct object | place | time |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
I | will tell | you | the story | at school | tomorrow. |
Exercise on word order in positive sentences 2
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