Setswana First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 2

Today, we will learn about different animals in Setswana. Animals are important in our lives, and knowing their names in our language helps us connect with our culture. We will focus on common animals such as 'ntšhu' (dog), 'katse' (cat), 'nku' (sheep), 'kgoši' (lion), and 'pudi' (cow). Let's listen to their names and repeat them together.

Let's practice the sounds that these animals make. For example, the 'ntšhu' barks, the 'katse' meows, and the 'kgoši' roars. I will make the sound, and you will guess which animal it is. After that, we will act out the movements of these animals. This will help you remember their names better.

Now, we will play a game of charades. I will divide you into small groups. Each group will choose an animal and act it out without speaking. The other groups will guess the animal in Setswana. This activity will help you practice both your speaking and listening skills while having fun with your classmates.

For your independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite animal and label it in Setswana. Use the words we learned today. Once you finish your drawing, you can share it with the class and tell us why you chose that animal. This will help reinforce your vocabulary and encourage you to speak in Setswana.

• ntšhu
• katse
• nku
• pudi

Answer: katse

The correct answer is 'katse', which means 'cat' in Setswana.

• nku
• kgoši
• katse
• pudi

Answer: kgoši

The 'kgoši' is a lion, and it is known for its roaring sound.

Answer: ntšhu

The word for 'dog' in Setswana is 'ntšhu'.

• katse
• nku
• kgoši
• pudi

Answer: nku

'Nku' refers to sheep, which are known for their wool.

Answer: pudi

'Pudi' means 'cow', which is a common farm animal.

• bark
• meow
• roar
• moo

Answer: meow

A cat makes a 'meow' sound.

Answer: kgoši

The word for 'lion' in Setswana is 'kgoši'.

• pudi
• nku
• motswana
• katse

Answer: motswana

'Motswana' refers to a person from Botswana, not an animal.