isiZulu First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 6

Today, we will learn about izilwane zasekhaya, which means 'animals at home' in isiZulu. These include animals like 'inja' (dog), 'ikati' (cat), 'inyoni' (bird), 'imvu' (sheep), and 'ingulube' (pig). We will look at pictures of these animals and listen to their sounds. This will help us remember their names better.

Let’s look at a picture of a dog. In isiZulu, we say 'inja'. Can anyone tell me what sound a dog makes? Yes, it barks! Now, let’s repeat together: 'inja'! Great! Now, let’s do the same with a cat. What do we call a cat in isiZulu? Yes, 'ikati'. Let’s all say 'ikati' together!

I will play the sound of an animal, and you will raise your hand when you know which animal it is. If I play a barking sound, you will say 'inja'. If I play a meowing sound, you will say 'ikati'. Let’s practice this together a few times to make sure we remember the names and sounds of our animals.

Now, I want each of you to draw your favorite animal that you might find at home. Once you finish your drawing, write the name of the animal in isiZulu below your picture. For example, if you draw a cat, write 'ikati'. After you are done, we will share our drawings with the class and say the names together.

• ikati
• inja
• imvu
• ingulube

Answer: inja

The correct answer is 'inja', which means 'dog' in isiZulu.

• Cat
• Dog
• Bird
• Sheep

Answer: Cat

'Ikati' is the isiZulu word for 'cat'.

Answer: Oink

Pigs make a sound often described as 'oink'.

• inyoni
• imvu
• inja
• ikati

Answer: inyoni

'Inyoni' means 'bird' in isiZulu.

• Dog
• Cat
• Lion
• Bird

Answer: Lion

A lion is not typically found at home; it is a wild animal.

Answer: Dog or Cat

Both dogs and cats are common pets.

• imvu
• ingulube
• inja
• ikati

Answer: imvu

'Imvu' is the isiZulu word for 'sheep'.

Answer: Ingulube

'Ingulube' is the isiZulu word for 'pig'.