'v' at the beginning of the word

Objective

To explore the occurrence of certain letters within words, eg v and k; deduce some of the conventions for using them at the beginnings, middles and endings of words.

Can you work out the word with 'v' at the beginning from the definition?

1. A type of material, with a raised pile, soft to the touch, used to make dresses.

2. A dip between two hills.

3. Another name for a small lorry.

4. A 'doing' or 'being' word.

5. Sprouts, carrots and peas are these. (plural)

6. Some poems are divided into these. (plural)

7. A stringed instrument, played with a bow.

8. The shortened name of an animal doctor.

9. A small town.

10. To call at someone's house.

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* Extension activities

See how many more words you can find with 'v' at the beginning. Use a dictionary to help you. Write down a sentence for each of the words to show that you understand the meaning of the word.

Make a list with meanings like the examples above and give them to your teacher to see if they can be used on the website too.

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