Game 1(明报制图)
Game 2(明报制图)
【明报专讯】■Game 1
The Smarties are taking on a brain-teasing hybrid challenge! This game combines the fun of a crossword puzzle with the excitement of a trivia quiz. To complete the crossword, they have to answer trivia-based clues. If you are also looking for crossword-style puzzles with a creative twist, join the Smarties in this engaging alternative!
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ACROSS
2. Which shape has three sides?
3. What do pandas mainly eat?
5. What fruit has seeds on the outside?
7. What colour are bananas before they ripen?
8. Which is the fastest land animal?
DOWN
1. What is water in its solid form called?
2. What can a thermometer measure?
4. Which bird cannot fly but is a strong swimmer?
5. What do plants need to make food?
6. Which gas do humans breathe in to stay alive?
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■Game 2
Eason is ready for a fun and tricky challenge! This time, the Smarties have set up a game to test his observation and vocabulary skills. By carefully observing shadows, Eason needs to figure out the correct names of the objects they represent. Can you help Eason succeed? Examine the silhouettes on the right and guess what they are.
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■Glossary
twist (n) 变化
engaging (adj) 吸引人的
succeed (v) 成功
silhouette (n) 剪影
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[Smarties' Power English 第426期]