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Ordinals — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 1 · Mathematics

3 concept maps of Ordinals for ICSE Class 1 Mathematics, each also written out as a text outline. Covers Understanding Ordinals and How to Write Ordinals.

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3 Concept Maps

Ordinals Mind Map - 1st to 10th

Ordinals Mind Map - 1st to 10th

The map in words

  • Ordinals
    • First Five
      • 1 First 1st
      • 2 Second 2nd
      • 3 Third 3rd
      • 4 Fourth 4th
      • 5 Fifth 5th
    • Second Five
      • 6 Sixth 6th
      • 7 Seventh 7th
      • 8 Eighth 8th
      • 9 Ninth 9th
      • 10 Tenth 10th
    • Special Short Forms
      • 1st uses st
      • 2nd uses nd
      • 3rd uses rd
      • 4th to 10th use th
    • Tricky Spellings
      • Fifth not fiveth
      • Eighth not eightth
      • Ninth not nineth
    • Where We Use Ordinals
      • Races and Competitions
      • Queues and Lines
      • Dates on Calendar
      • Floors in Building

How to Write Ordinals in Short Form

How to Write Ordinals in Short Form

The map in words

  • Start with an ordinal number
    • Is it 1st, 2nd, or 3rd?
      • Yes: Use last 2 letters of word
        • 1st, 2nd, 3rd
          • Complete
      • No: Use th
        • 4th, 5th, 6th...

Ordinals: Complete Concept Overview

Ordinals: Complete Concept Overview

The map in words

  • Ordinals
    • Definition
      • Position in sequence
      • Rank or order
      • Answer to which position
    • Ordinal Numbers 1-10
      • First 1st
      • Second 2nd
      • Third 3rd
      • Fourth 4th
      • Fifth 5th
      • Sixth 6th
      • Seventh 7th
      • Eighth 8th
      • Ninth 9th
      • Tenth 10th
    • Spelling Rules
      • 1st 2nd 3rd special
        • Use last two letters
      • 4th to 10th use th
        • Add th ending
      • Special spellings
        • Fifth not Fiveth
        • Eighth not Eightth
        • Ninth not Nineth
    • Real-Life Uses
      • Races and competitions
      • School rankings
      • Daily routines
      • Dates and time
      • Queue positions
      • Building floors
      • Book chapters

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Ordinals for ICSE Class 1 Mathematics?
Key topics in Ordinals include Understanding Ordinals, How to Write Ordinals. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 1 exams.
What do the concept maps for Ordinals show?
The 3 maps show how the ideas in Ordinals connect: Ordinals Mind Map - 1st to 10th; How to Write Ordinals in Short Form. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Ordinals for Class 1 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 41 practice questions on Ordinals. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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