isiZulu First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 10

Today, we will learn about different animals and how to say their names in isiZulu. We will explore animals like 'ibhubesi' (lion), 'ingwe' (leopard), and 'inyoni' (bird). I will show you pictures of these animals and we will practice saying their names together. Let’s also talk about where these animals live and what sounds they make.

Let’s look at some common animals and their sounds. For example, the 'inja' (dog) says 'ufufuzela', and the 'kati' (cat) says 'mew'. I will make the sound and you will guess which animal it is. After that, we will repeat the animal names and sounds together to reinforce our learning.

Now, let’s play a game! I will call out an animal in isiZulu, and you will act like that animal. For example, if I say 'ibhubesi', you will roar and pretend to walk like a lion. This will help us remember the animals and their names while having fun. After each round, we will discuss what we learned about that animal.

For our independent activity, you will draw your favorite animal and write its name in isiZulu underneath. Use the words we learned today. Once you finish, you can share your drawing with the class and tell us about your animal. This will help you practice your writing and speaking skills in isiZulu.

• ingwe
• ibhubesi
• inyoni
• inja

Answer: ibhubesi

The correct answer is 'ibhubesi', which means lion in isiZulu.

• inja
• kati
• ibhubesi
• ingwe

Answer: kati

'Kati' is the isiZulu word for cat, which makes the sound 'mew'.

Answer: iNhlanzi

The answer is 'iNhlanzi', which means fish in isiZulu.

• ufufuzela
• mew
• roar
• chirp

Answer: ufufuzela

Dogs say 'ufufuzela' in isiZulu.

Answer: inyoni

'Inyoni' is the isiZulu word for bird.

• ibhubesi
• ingwe
• umuthi
• inyoni

Answer: umuthi

'Umuthi' means tree in isiZulu, not an animal.

• ibhubesi
• ingwe
• inja
• kati

Answer: ingwe

'Ingwe' is the isiZulu word for leopard, which is known for its spots.

Answer: mew

Cats make the sound 'mew'.