The problematic `ed' in the past tense

Regular verb + ed = past tense

Walk + ed = walked

It's a simple rule and it's so easy to remember and follow, but for some, the problem starts when they are asked to pronounce the past tense of the regular verbs for there are actually three ways of pronouncing the `ed'! Watch and listen to the audio recording below to find out more about these three ways, if you too have trouble with pronouncing the past tense of regular verbs.

 After listening to the audio, try reading out the passage below.

I tried to attract their attention but they were too engrossed in their conversation. I paced up and down the room, hoping that would distract them. But no, their conversation was, obviously, just too interesting that nothing else seemed to qualify as a worthy competitor to whatever topic they had embarked on! I was frustrated and, with a huff and puff, dropped onto a comfy sofa. I told myself, no, I will not get irritated, I will just enjoy the softness of the cushion and revel in my just completed masterpiece. Ah, it was a masterpiece! The judges had praised my unique artistry when they handed me a beautiful trophy. The trophy looked quite grand with an image of a painting mounted on the top of it.