Just vs Already Exercises
B1 Level
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In British English, both words commonly go between have/has and the past participle: has just left, have already finished. The context decides the meaning. A clue such as a few minutes ago, right now, or I have only now heard points to just. A clue such as no need to remind me, sooner than planned, or before lunch points to already. Position and context work together, so always read beyond the blank before choosing.
Quick Rule
subject + have/has + just + past participle for very recent action | subject + have/has + already + past participle for earlier-than-expected completion | subject + have/has not + already + past participle for negated early completion
- 1.I have just received your message.
- 2.Ravi has just walked through the door.
- 3.We have already paid the deposit.
- 4.She has not already finished the report; she has just started it.
- 5.They have already booked a table for Friday.
All 20 questions
Complete each sentence with 'just' or 'already'.
Have you _____ eaten? We were about to order food for everyone.
I have _____ made plans for the weekend, so I can't come to your party.
He has _____ been promoted to manager and he only started six months ago.
The train has _____ departed. You can still see it leaving the platform.
She has _____ woken up. I can hear her moving around upstairs.
He has _____ passed his driving test — on the first attempt!
They have _____ spent over a thousand euros and the holiday hasn't even started.
We have _____ landed. Please keep your seatbelts fastened until the sign turns off.
Don't call him — he has _____ left the office. I saw him walk out a moment ago.
We have _____ visited that museum three times this year.
She has _____ read the entire book. It's only been two days!
Sorry, I can't talk now — I have _____ walked through the door.
You don't need to remind me — I have _____ bought the tickets online.
I have _____ received your email. I'll read it properly after lunch.
I have _____ heard the news. Maria told me a minute ago.
I have _____ seen this film. Can we watch something else?
The children have _____ learnt to count to a hundred, and they're only four!
Be careful — I have _____ mopped the floor and it's still wet.
The doctor has _____ called your name. Quick, go to Room 3!
I have _____ arrived home. I'm still taking off my shoes.
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