Vocabulary Builder Course 1Lesson 13:
Activity Lesson PlansIntroduction
Students have learned vocabulary words in context by reading about the Maya.
Before students begin the activity, you might have them search the Internet
for information about the Mayan calendar to learn more about this ancient civilization. Lesson Description
Students will put their vocabulary knowledge into action by playing a game
of Concentration. Students can choose to be timed while they play this game.
To get directions, they can click on the How to Play button. Score will
be kept as the game is played. Instructional Objectives
- Students will determine whether a word and a definition match when cards
are turned up.
- Students will practice identifying vocabulary words from their synonyms.
Student Web Activity Answers
decipher: a synonym for decode
dynasty: a series of rulers from the same family
famine: a very great and widespread shortage of food
hieroglyphic: of, relating to, or made up of pictures or symbols that represent words, syllables, sounds, or objects
lineage: a synonym for descent
migrate: a synonym for move
precarious: a synonym for uncertain
ritual: a set form or system of ceremonial acts
shrine: a place that is holy or highly respected for its history
subsistence: a synonym for livelihood
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