Pointing to a word on a list or word wall, the instructor asks learners rapid-fire questions about the terms.

Learning Outcome

• Review word meanings

Implementation

This quick review of words moves learners from hesitation to rapid use. The instructor presents learners with a list of words (board, overhead, or word wall). The instructor or learner points to a word and asks a learner one of the following questions:

• What part of speech is____?
• What is the definition of _____?
• Give a synonym and antonym for _____.
• Spell _____.
• Use ______ in a sentence.
• Use____and______in a complete sentence.
• What relationship do____and____share?
• Find two terms that are related to _____.

If a learner answers incorrectly, They must be allowed to ask a classmate for help. Continue randomly pointing to a word and asking one of the above questions. Utilizing a rapid-fire pace, instructors can review a long vocabulary list in five or six minutes.