Victor Wembanyama and Big Games
Introduction
Victor Wembanyama talked about how he plays in difficult games.
Main Body
Wembanyama likes it when the other fans are angry. He says this helps him play better. He and his team work harder in these games. He waited a long time for these big games. He joined the league and wanted to play in the playoffs. He likes the pressure of the game. He feels he is a good player for these moments.
Conclusion
Wembanyama says that hard games help him reach his goals.
Learning
The "Action + Time" Trick
Look at this sentence: "He waited a long time for these big games."
When we talk about things that happened in the past, we often add -ed to the action word. This is a key step for A2 learners to tell stories.
How it works: Wait → Waited Want → Wanted Join → Joined
Quick Pattern Guide
- Present: I want to play. (Right now/Always)
- Past: I wanted to play. (Yesterday/Before)
Key Words to Spot: When you see words like "a long time" or "joined the league," the sentence is usually talking about the past. Use the -ed ending to make it clear! ➔ Action + ed = Past