About This Resource
A self-checking activity designed to get students settled quickly while practising key skills. Pupils answer questions and shade their answers on the grid. The sum of the remaining unshaded values should equal the target number stated for that resource.
This settler focuses on Solving using the quadratic formula. Target for this activity: x = -0.25. 20 questions per grid; the 5 unshaded values add to the target. Built-in self-checking through the grid structure. Suitable for individual or quiet starter work.
Topics Covered
Solving using the quadratic formula.
Curriculum Links
This resource supports the UK National Curriculum for secondary maths:
- Algebra: Quadratic formula, solving quadratic equations
- Reasoning: Self-checking and retrieval practice
How to Use This Resource
Download and Print
Click the button above to download the PDF. Print the settler grid for your class.
Pupils Work Through the Grid
Pupils answer each of the 20 questions and shade the matching answer on the grid. If an answer is not on the grid, they have made an error and can check their working. After all questions are done, 5 unshaded values remain.
Reach the Target
Pupils add the 5 unshaded numbers or expressions; the total should equal the target for this settler (x = -0.25). Use as a calm starter or early finisher. Ideal for revision and retrieval. Encourage pupils to find and correct any mistakes independently.
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Settlers are self-checking: the 5 unshaded values should add to the target number, so pupils can verify their work without a separate answer sheet.
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