In this activity you need to be a good spotter, so let’s focus! Are you ready?
Which is the odd one out of these words?
Pillow Duvet Curtain Cushion
Did you say curtain?
This is because all the other words are items that can be found on a bed.
Let’s try another:
Which word would be the odd one out here?
Sow Stag Vixen Ewe
Did you say stag?
This is because all the other words are the female names of animals.
Here is a list of animals and the female and male names for them:
Animal | Male | Female |
Pig | Boar | Sow |
Sheep | Ram | Ewe |
Fox | Tod/Dog | Vixen |
Goat | Billy | Nanny |
Deer | Stag/Buck | Doe |
Cattle (Cow) | Bull | Cow |
Lion | Lion | Lioness |
Horse | Stallion | Mare |
Make sure that you make a note of any new words.
Let’s try one more:
Which word is the odd one out?
Lion Boar Cow Ram
Did you say cow?
This is because all the other words are male animal names.
Now, it’s time for you to track down the odd words out! Good luck!