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General Adjectives - 1 - A2 Synonyms
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Helping students enrich their vocabulary from the earliest levels is essential for building their confidence. This simple and clear activity sheet is perfect for A2 level learners. It gently introduces them to the idea that the same concept can be expressed by different words. Presented as a matching game, students strengthen their command of the most common adjectives in a fun and effective way. Ideal for a discovery or consolidation session.
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Objective & Principle of the Activity
The objective is to introduce the concept of a **synonym** and to consolidate students' **basic vocabulary** by having them match pairs of high-frequency adjectives.
The activity consists of a synonym matching exercise focused on general adjectives. Students must connect pairs of words with similar meanings. The vocabulary is composed of essential words that allow them to begin developing **lexical flexibility**.
Suggested Lesson Flow
Before the Activity (~5 min): One Word, Multiple Ideas
Explain simply what a synonym is (a word that means the same thing). Write a very simple word on the board (e.g., "**big**") and ask students if they know other words to say the same thing (e.g., "**large**").
During the Activity (~5-10 min): Matching Game
Distribute the activity sheet. Complete the first pair as a whole group to ensure the instructions are understood. Let students, alone or in pairs, connect the other pairs. Lead a group correction, having the words repeated to work on pronunciation.
After the Activity (~10 min): Word Swap
Write very simple sentences on the board using one of the studied adjectives. Invite students to come to the board to erase the adjective and replace it with its synonym.
Adaptations
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To Simplify: Use gestures or images to illustrate the meaning of each adjective before starting the exercise. Do the entire activity as a large group, guided by the teacher.
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To Extend: Create memory cards with the studied adjectives. Students can play a "Memory" game to find the synonym pairs.
