In this food vocabulary board game (and drink), we have tried to condense some useful vocabulary related to food & drink into very small riddles which are relatively open-ended, allowing for multiple answers for each space on the board. It may look simple, but it might be quite a challenge for your beginners! Try this with your A2 – B1 students to test their English vocabulary.

Instructions

1. Display the PDF for all to see and use your whiteboard tools to create game pieces for each player. If you are in the classroom, put students into small groups to play together.
2. Students take turns rolling a die and advancing their piece that number of squares. To stay on the square, they must give an answer to the riddle. If more than one player lands on the same square during the game, they should give a different answer than the previous one(s).
3. If a student is stumped, they return to their original square to try again on the next round.
4. The first student to the FINISH wins.

Just for fun, if you’ve got some more advanced students you could ask them these 10 riddles with specific answers.

I can be soft, I can be hard, I can be round, I can be square. You’ll find me in many colors, and I’m perfect for dipping in sauces or frying. What am I? Answer: A potato chip.

I’m found in a tree, I’m sweet and I’m green. I’m the main ingredient in a popular pie, and I’m often paired with whipped cream. What am I? Answer: An apple.

I can be eaten hot or cold, and I’m often served as a side dish. I’m made with grains and vegetables, and I’m a great source of fiber. What am I? Answer: Salad.

I’m often spread on toast, and I’m made from ground-up peanuts. I’m a good source of protein, and I’m loved by kids and adults alike. What am I? Answer: Peanut butter.

I’m a type of meat that comes from a pig. I’m often served for breakfast, and I’m a staple in many southern dishes. What am I? Answer: Bacon.

I’m a popular drink that’s made from beans. I’m often served hot and I’m a great way to start the day. What am I? Answer: Coffee.

I’m a type of seafood that’s often eaten raw. I’m a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, and I’m a delicacy in many cultures. What am I? Answer: Sushi.

I’m a type of bread that’s known for my crispy crust and chewy interior. I originated in Italy, and I’m often topped with tomato sauce and cheese. What am I? Answer: Pizza.

I’m a type of fruit that’s often eaten for breakfast. I’m high in fiber, and I’m a great way to start the day. What am I? Answer: Banana.

I’m a type of vegetable that’s often roasted or grilled. I’m a good source of vitamin A and potassium, and I’m a popular side dish. What am I? Answer: Sweet potato.