a word that has the same or similar meaning to another word

Generating vocabulary for an explanation text on the process of mummification

English

In this unit, pupils focused on creating cohesion within a paragraph. In the Digestive System unit, pupils will learn how to create cohesion across paragraphs.

In the Bees unit, pupils learnt how to write an explanation text following a similar structure. In this unit, pupils will use the same features of an explanation text to write more extensively for purpose.

Mummification: explanation text

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Which of these are synonyms for a 'corpse'?

'skilled, diligent embalmer' in 'The skilled, diligent embalmer' is an example of ...

What adjectives would be suitable to describe a 'corpse' in an explanation text?

Match the verbs to the most appropriate adverbs for describing the mummification process. 

Which is an appropriate verb and adverb choice to describe how the embalmer opened the body to remove the internal organs?

a naming word for a person, place or thing

An adverb describes and adds extra detail to a verb.

Select the verbs in the following sentence: 'A priest read out special spells as the corpse was wrapped in linen.' 

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

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