isiXhosa First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 6

Today, we will learn about different games that we can play. Games are fun activities that we can enjoy with our friends and family. In isiXhosa, we will learn the names of some popular games like 'ibhola' (soccer), 'i-chess' (chess), and 'i-draughts' (checkers). Let's start by saying the names of these games together.

Let’s take the game 'ibhola' (soccer) as an example. I will say a sentence: 'Ndiyadlala ibhola.' (I am playing soccer.) Now, you try! How would you say 'I play chess' in isiXhosa? Remember, it is 'Ndiyadlala i-chess.' Let’s practice this with a few more games.

Now, let’s work in groups. Each group will choose a game and come up with a short description of how to play it in isiXhosa. For example, if your group chooses 'i-draughts,' you might say, 'Umdlalo we-draughts udlalwa ngababini.' (The game of draughts is played by two people.) After you finish, each group will present their game to the class.

For your independent practice, I want you to draw a picture of your favorite game. Below your drawing, write a sentence in isiXhosa about the game. For example, if you draw a soccer ball, you could write, 'Ibhola lihlaba umxhwele.' (The soccer ball is exciting.) Be creative and have fun!

• Basketball
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Cricket

Answer: Soccer

'Ibhola' refers to the game of soccer in isiXhosa.

• Ndiyadlala ibhola
• Ndiyadlala i-chess
• Ndiyadlala i-draughts
• Ndiyadlala umphakathi

Answer: Ndiyadlala i-chess

The correct phrase for playing chess is 'Ndiyadlala i-chess.'

Answer: i-draughts

'I-draughts' is the isiXhosa term for the game checkers.

• Ibhola
• I-chess
• I-soccer
• I-basketball

Answer: I-basketball

'I-basketball' was not mentioned in our lesson; we focused on 'ibhola,' 'i-chess,' and 'i-draughts.'

Answer: Umdlalo wam owuthandayo ngu-ibhola.

This sentence means 'My favorite game is soccer.'

• A ball
• A board
• A deck of cards
• A computer

Answer: A ball

To play 'ibhola' (soccer), you need a ball.

• One
• Two
• Four
• Three

Answer: Two

'I-draughts' is played by two players.

Answer: Umdlalo

'Umdlalo' means 'game' in isiXhosa.