Match and Finish: Adjective-Preposition Collocations Practice

Master Adjective Preposition Collocations with This Creative A2-Level ESL Activity!

Engage your pre-intermediate students in a dynamic and fun grammar activity that takes adjective preposition collocations to the next level! This interactive sentence-building exercise challenges students to match sentence beginnings like “I’m afraid” with the correct preposition, then add their own creative endings using “so…” or “because…” to complete the thought. The mix-and-match structure sparks creativity and ensures meaningful practice of collocations such as “tired of,” “angry about,” and “proud of.”

How It Works:
Students begin by matching sentence halves to form logical collocations. To add a layer of challenge, they must finish each sentence with a reason or result, such as “I’m proud of my friend because she got a new job.” This activity can be completed in pairs or small groups, with students sharing their sentences and competing to create the most interesting or amusing responses.

Activity Variants:

• Speed Challenge: Add a timed element to see who can complete the most sentences correctly before the clock runs out. Bonus points for creative or funny endings!
• Story Expansion: Once sentences are complete, students build on them with additional details, presenting their stories to the class.

What’s Included:

• A printable and online-friendly PDF for versatile classroom use.
• Sentence halves designed for A2-level learners with flexible combinations to boost creativity.
• Practical collocations like “afraid of,” “angry about,” and “good at.”

Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Engaging and Interactive: A fun way to learn grammar in pairs or groups.
✔ Creative Sentence-Building: Promotes fluency and originality.
✔ Flexible Use: Perfect for in-person or virtual classes, with laptops, projectors, or ZOOM.

Transform your grammar lesson into an exciting discovery of adjective preposition collocations for A2 students! Add this essential ESL activity to your resources today.