Welcome to the quiz show! In this exciting digital game, students compete in a high-energy challenge across rounds worth one, two, and three points. Each correct answer earns points – and by the end, the top scorer wins a mystery prize!

This game focuses on building vocabulary knowledge through the use of common prefixes. Students will use their existing word knowledge to identify the meaning of various prefixes and apply that understanding to determine the definitions of whole words. It’s the perfect mix of word-building, grammar, and game show fun!

Let’s Quiz – Common Prefixes helps students decode unfamiliar words, build confidence with vocabulary, and apply morphology strategies in real-time. It’s ideal for grammar review, vocabulary rotations, or as a warm-up challenge for upper primary students.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Identify the meaning of common prefixes
• ✅ Use knowledge of prefixes to determine the meaning of whole words
• ✅ Strengthen vocabulary and decoding strategies
• ✅ Improve grammar and morphological awareness
• ✅ Engage in interactive, point-based gameplay

How to Play:

1. Students are presented with a multiple-choice question about a prefix and its meaning.
2. Each round increases in value – from one point to triple points!
3. Correct answers add to their score as they climb the leaderboard.
4. After all rounds are completed, the winner is revealed – along with their prize!
5. Replay the game to reinforce strategies and grow prefix confidence.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use during vocabulary or grammar units focused on morphology.
• 💡 Great for Years 3–6 working on building word knowledge and decoding skills.
• 💡 Pair with a prefix word wall or sorting activity for consolidation.
• 💡 Use as a Friday quiz challenge to energise your literacy block!

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Send the QR code home for students to play as a homework or revision task.
• 💛 Let students personalise their experience by choosing from six characters before the game begins.
• 💛 Select the number of players or teams at the start of the game to suit individual, paired, or group play.

Let’s Quiz – Common Prefixes turns vocabulary building into a rapid-fire challenge – boosting clarity, confidence, and classroom energy with every round!