Putting Sentences in Order: First, Next, Then, Finally — Answers
Answer sheet with model answers and success criteria for the Year 2 sentences & clauses worksheet.
Success TutoringWorksheetsAnswer sheetYear 2 · English · Sentences & ClausesPutting Sentences in Order: First, Next, Then, Finally — Answers
Part A: Put the steps in order
Write the letters in the order the steps happen.
Answer: b, c, a
- 1. Dig a small hole.
- 2. Put the seed in and cover it.
- 3. Water the soil.
Answer: b, c, a
- 1. Put the bread in the toaster.
- 2. Take the toast out when it pops up.
- 3. Spread butter on the toast.
Answer: a, c, b
- 1. Put toothpaste on your brush.
- 2. Brush all your teeth.
- 3. Rinse your mouth.
Part B: Choose the time word
Time words such as first, next, then and finally tell the reader the order. Circle the time word that fits.
- AFirst
- BFinally
Answer: First
Socks go on before shoes, so this step comes first.
- AFirst
- BNext
Answer: Next
Dipping the brush comes after mixing, so we use Next.
- AFirst
- BFinally
Answer: Finally
Going home to sleep is the last thing, so we use Finally.
- AThen
- BFirst
Answer: Then
Eating comes after opening the lunchbox, so we use Then.
Part C: True or false?
Answer: True
First is used for the start.
Answer: False
Finally tells us what happens at the end.
Answer: True
They show which thing happens before or after another.
Part D: Your turn
Model answer: First, I eat my breakfast. Next, I get dressed. Finally, I pack my bag.
Success criteria:
- Three sentences in a sensible order
- Starts with First, Next and Finally
- Each sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a punctuation mark
Marking tips
- Give credit for correct method even when the final answer slips — the working shows where the thinking went right.
- For open-ended tasks, use the success criteria as a checklist rather than looking for one "right" answer.
- Celebrate what went well first, then pick one thing to work on next.