Although these flashcards allow more versatility for the teacher, they are best used when students have become familiar with the vocabulary or in conjunction with a grammar point. Because the picture appears without the key vocabulary, most any sentence, action, or word may be elicited. For example, the first card of the set shows people at a bus stop. Students may say the following:

  1. The vocabulary: "bus stop."
  2. A sentence: "The man is waiting at the bus stop."
  3. A question: "Is there a bus stop in your neighborhood?"

Of course, any sentences should reflect the grammar point of the lesson.

Activity #1: Students get into small groups, and receive two sets of flashcards. The cards are shuffled and spread out on the table with the picture side down. Student A turns over one card, then attempts to make a match with a second card. If he/she matches the pictures, then he/she keeps the pair of cards and tries for another match. If a match isn't made, the cards are returned picture side down. Play continues around the table. The student with the most matches wins.

Activity #2: Students get into groups of three or four, then select one person to conduct the activity (student A). The other students (B, C, and D) are the participants. Each group receives one deck of flashcards, which they spread on the table with the picture side up. Student A says a word (for example, "bus stop"), and the others race to grab the correct card. The student who grabbed the card must make a sentence with the word. If he/she can't, the card should be returned to the table. The student with the most flashcards wins. 

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