About this lesson
A wide vocabulary helps children understand what they read and say what they think. Opposites are a fun way to learn new words. In this English lesson, children flip cards to match each question with its answer.
The lesson has 5 key facts, an interactive activity and a 4-question quiz. Each quiz attempt is scored, and up to three stars can be earned.
When to use this lesson
- An opposites game at dinner or in the car
- Adding new words to a personal word bank
- Pairing words for a class quiz
- Revision for Grade 2 English at home or in class
How to practise at home
- Play the activity together: flip cards to match each question with its answer.
- Ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words.
- Take the quiz and try again until you earn three stars.
Practice questions
Show the 4 practice questions and answers
- Which word means almost the same as “mad”? Answer: angry
- Which word means almost the same as “shut”? Answer: close
- Which word means almost the same as “end”? Answer: finish
- Which word means almost the same as “talk”? Answer: speak