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Nouns 31 (Age 5) - Including meaning and understanding

Nouns are naming words. In this quiz, children practise words linked to meaning and understanding while building confidence with simple vocabulary.

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Fascinating Fact:

You show understanding when you can explain something or do it by yourself.

In KS1 Vocabulary, children learn that nouns are words for people, places, animals and things. They also begin to understand what words mean and how to use them clearly in everyday speech and writing.

  • Noun: A naming word for a person, place, animal or thing.
  • Meaning: What a word is telling you.
  • Understanding: Knowing what something means and how it should be used.
What is a noun for KS1?

A noun is a naming word. In KS1, children learn that nouns name people, places, animals and things, such as teacher, park, dog and book.

How do children learn the meaning of words in KS1?

Children learn the meaning of words in KS1 by hearing them, reading them, using them in sentences and talking about what they mean in real situations.

Why is understanding vocabulary important for young children?

Understanding vocabulary is important because it helps young children follow instructions, explain ideas, enjoy stories and become more confident readers and writers.

In each question you will be shown four words. All you have to do is choose which one matches the meaning given.
1 .
Purpose or reason
EXPERT
MEANING
COLLEAGUE
ISLAND
William didn't know the meaning of her comment.
2 .
Knowledge
UNDERSTANDING
REALITY
CONNECTION
ROW
His understanding of plumbing was basic.
3 .
A large number of things
DEBT
MASS
BOAT
GENERATION
The teacher had a mass of essays to mark.
4 .
A trip, collision or other mishap. Something not planned
PATH
SPRING
PARK
ACCIDENT
Five people were hurt in the traffic accident.
5 .
Careful deliberation or thought
BATTLE
INJURY
VOLUME
CONSIDERATION
He gave it some consideration before agreeing with the decision.
6 .
The length of space between two things
DISTANCE
BAG
TRANSPORT
THREAT
The Mexican restaurant is within walking distance of the hotel.
7 .
A tree limb
DANGER
HOLE
BRANCH
CONFIDENCE
We could make a useful walking stick with that large branch.
8 .
The world or our planet
PACKAGE
EARTH
UNIVERSITY
SUM
She wanted to visit every continent on the Earth before she got old.
9 .
Importance or significance
FINANCE
RAIN
CONSEQUENCE
SUN
What they did with the information was of no consequence to her.
10 .
An outfit with matching top and bottom
SUIT
SPIRIT
TOUR
GUIDE
I think I'll wear my blue suit for the interview.
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - What are nouns?

Author:  Sarah Garratty

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