flashcard

American

[flash-kahrd] / ˈflæʃˌkɑrd /

Or flash card

noun

a card having words, numerals, or pictures on it, designed for gaining a rapid response from pupils when held up briefly by a teacher, used especially in reading, arithmetic, or vocabulary drills.

First recorded in 1920–25; flash + card ¹

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Inside the classroom, online tools proctor exams, create flashcards and submit assignments.

From Los Angeles Times

She holds up a new flashcard, this one featuring two identical white girls with brown pigtails and freckled cheeks.

From Literature

He drew up a syllabus on his whiteboard, then reviewed handwritten flashcards each morning.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I try to teach him five flashcards a day when he’s with me,” Ms. Ochoa said.

From New York Times

They will often give extra LSK training using flashcards showing each letter or letter combination.

From Science Daily

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