Examples from this activity, with answers

These questions come from the activity above. You can read them and work on paper before playing. Read the instruction and choices first, then look at the answer.

1. What is 5 minus 2? 5 − 2 =
   Choices : 2 / 3 / 4

   Answer : 3

2. 14 minus 9? 14 − 9 =
   Choices : 4 / 5 / 6

   Answer : 5

3. 11 minus 4? 11 − 4 =
   Choices : 6 / 7 / 8

   Answer : 7

Helping your child think it through

Ask your child to explain their choice. For a calculation, use objects, a drawing or a written operation; for a word, read the complete sentence again. If they are unsure, work through one question together before continuing. Stars show successful answers, not a school assessment.

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