Vocabulary Builder Course 1

Lesson 26:

Activity Lesson Plans

Introduction
Students have learned vocabulary words that have been absorbed into the English language from the Spanish language. Before students begin the activity, you might have them brainstorm for a list of additional words borrowed from the Spanish language. You could help them get started by giving them the word taco as an example.

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

  1. Students will determine whether a word and a definition match when cards are turned up.
  2. Students will recall the meanings of words to make correct matches.

Student Web Activity Answers
brocade: heavy cloth woven with a raised design
bronco: wild or partly wild horse or pony found in western US
cabana: small bathhouse at a swimming area
cargo: load of goods or freight carried by a vehicle
corral: fenced-in area for keeping livestock
escapade: reckless adventure, undertaking, or prank
lariat: rope with loop at one end used for catching livestock
platinum: expensive, heavy metal resistant to corrosion
rodeo: contest to showcase ranching skills
silo: tall building used for storing food for livestock

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