The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf
Once upon a time, three little pigs decided to ___ and build houses of their own. Their mother reminded them to ___ themselves and ___. “___ the big bad wolf,” she said as they ___ on their journey.
The first little pig, who liked to ___, built a house out of straw. He wanted to ___ so he could relax. The second pig, who preferred ___, built a house out of sticks. It took a bit longer, but he ___ his work. The third pig, who always ___ to details, ___ to build a house out of bricks. It ___, but he knew it was strong.
One day, the big bad wolf came by. He was hungry and saw the first pig’s house made of straw. “Little pig, little pig, let me in!” he called. “Not by the hair on my chinny-chin-chin!” replied the pig. So, the wolf took a deep breath and ___. The first pig ___ to his brother’s house.
Next, the wolf went to the second pig’s house, made of sticks. “Little pigs, little pigs, let me in!” he said. The two pigs refused. The wolf huffed and puffed and ___. Both pigs ___ to their brother’s brick house.
The wolf followed and ___ of the third pig’s house. “Little pigs, little pigs, let me in!” he demanded. The three pigs shouted, “Not by the hair on our chinny-chin-chins!” The wolf huffed and puffed, but ___, he couldn’t blow down the brick house. He ___ and decided to go away.
The three pigs celebrated and thanked their brother for his ___ and ___. They promised to ___ and ___. From that day on, they ___ and lived happily ever after.
Why This Exercise Matters for Your Learning
1. Focus on Context and Practical Usage
- Context Helps You Remember: When you see collocations within a story, you learn how words naturally fit together, which makes it easier to remember them.
2. Keep It Engaging
- Interactive and Fun: Choosing words as you read keeps you active and motivated. This isn't just about memorization; it’s about using language in a way that feels meaningful and enjoyable.
3. Practical Language Skills
- Real-Life Language Practice: This exercise shows you how native speakers naturally use collocations. It helps you sound more fluent and confident in conversations and writing.
4. Learn by Mistakes and Feedback
- Instant Feedback Helps: If you choose the wrong option, you’ll see what fits better. This immediate feedback makes learning faster and more effective.
5. Build Confidence
- Start with Familiar Stories: Using stories you already know helps lower the stress of learning. You can focus more on the language itself because you’re familiar with the plot.
By doing this kind of interactive exercise, you're not just learning words—you're learning how to use them effectively in real communication! This makes your English stronger and more natural every time you practice.
