Odd Word Out by Meaning and Usage
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Odd Word Out by Meaning and Usage" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers Common Core L.7.5.B. A 6th grader who is already steady on academic vocabulary can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
7th grade vocabulary worksheet: circle the odd word out in each set and name the rule, such as meaning, root or connotation. Answer key included. Part of our word puzzles academic vocabulary collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Use as early finisher work or a fun review. The answer keys show each completed puzzle.
What students will practice
- Students will find the word that does not belong in each set.
- Students will name what links the other four words.
- Students will use meaning, root, connotation or part of speech as the rule.
Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Language · 7th Grade
Standard: Use the relationship between particular words (e.g., synonym/antonym, analogy) to better understand each of the words.
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FAQ
How do I use this word puzzles worksheet?
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Use as early finisher work or a fun review. The answer keys show each completed puzzle.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Circle the odd word out in each set and name the rule, such as meaning, root or connotation. The directions on the page read: Circle the word in each set that does not belong. On the Rule line, write what links the other four: same meaning, root, connotation (positive or negative feeling), or part of speech. An answer key is included.
Can I use this word puzzles worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade academic vocabulary, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What kinds of puzzles are included?
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The set includes word ladders, a word wheel, a staircase puzzle, word searches, a sudoku, rhyming riddles and an odd word out sheet.
Which puzzles are word searches?
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Film Production Vocabulary Word Search, Dessert Words Unscramble Then Search and Sinister Synonyms Word Search each hide 12 words in a grid.
Do the word puzzles have answer keys?
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Yes. All 11 puzzles have an answer key.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Vocabulary |
| Topic | Academic Vocabulary |
| Standard | L.7.5.B |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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