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Improving Vocabulary 02

Want your writing to shine? This KS2 English quiz shows how choosing more exciting words can make your sentences sparkle and capture your reader’s attention.

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Fascinating Fact:

Using fancy words like “marvellous” instead of “good” makes writing sparkle.

In KS2 English, pupils learn to improve vocabulary by discovering synonyms, descriptive phrases, and expressive language. Using varied words helps make stories and essays more colourful and engaging.

Key Terms

Synonym: A word that means the same or nearly the same as another word, like “happy” and “joyful.”
Adjective: A word that describes a noun, such as “bright” or “cheerful.”
Expression: The way someone uses words to share thoughts or feelings effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are some examples of better word choices in writing?

Instead of saying “nice,” you could use “pleasant,” “delightful,” or “wonderful.” Stronger words make your writing sound more interesting and descriptive.

How can I make my vocabulary more impressive?

Read a variety of books, keep a list of new words you find, and practise using them in your writing to make your vocabulary more diverse and powerful.

Why should I avoid using the same words all the time?

Repeating words makes writing sound dull. Using different words keeps your work fresh, fun to read, and shows your growing command of English.

Try These Related Quizzes

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1 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
My Grandad builds really good bonfires.

tolerable

splendid

satisfactory

acceptable

My Grandad builds splendid bonfires.

2 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
The fruit salad was really nice.

edible.

harmless.

delectable.

nutritious.

The fruit salad was delectable.

3 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
I've been waiting for a long time to borrow that book.

for a little while

calmly

endlessly

patiently

I've been waiting endlessly to borrow that book. It might just be possible that this could be an exaggeration!

4 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
There was a big crowd at the stadium.

a reasonable

an immense

an okay

a tolerable

There was an immense crowd at the stadium.

5 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
Cress seeds are some of the smallest I have ever seen. In fact, they are tiny.

little.

minuscule.

small.

ordinary.

Cress seeds are some of the smallest I've seen. In fact, they are minuscule.

6 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
My best friend is kind.

nice.

bossy.

busy.

considerate.

My best friend is considerate. My best friend could also be 'sympathetic', 'generous', 'thoughtful', or 'compassionate'.

7 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
No one expected Kieran to be such a slow runner.

plodding

pacy

rapid

clumsy

No one expected Kieran to be such a plodding runner.

8 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
Before the thunderstorm, the birds stopped making noise.

hushed.

sounded quiet.

shrieked.

whispered.

Before the thunderstorm, the birds hushed.

9 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
She wore a pretty dress at the party.

an ugly

an attractive

a fashionable

a sparkly

She wore an attractive dress to the party - depending on their personal opinion, others could describe the dress as 'beautiful', 'gorgeous', 'nice', 'lovely' or 'delightful'.

10 .

Without changing the meaning of the sentence, select the best choice to replace the word or words in italics.
We all agreed it had been a bad day.

an atrocious

a dreadful

an unsatisfactory

Any of the above

'Bad' is used too often. There are so many more interesting and specific words which could replace 'bad'. Try collecting alternatives to this rather boring word.

You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Synonyms and antonyms

Author: Sheri Smith (PhD English Literature, English Teacher & Quiz Writer)