English Home Language - Term 3 - Week 2

A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought. It begins with a capital letter and ends with a punctuation mark, such as a period, question mark, or exclamation mark. Proper punctuation helps readers understand the meaning of sentences. For example, 'The cat is sleeping.' is a complete sentence. Today, we will learn how to write sentences correctly and use punctuation marks.

Let's look at some examples of sentences. 'I love ice cream.' is a statement, so it ends with a period. 'Are you coming to the party?' is a question, so it ends with a question mark. 'Wow, that is amazing!' is an exclamation, so it ends with an exclamation mark. Notice how each sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with the correct punctuation.

Now, let's create some sentences together. I will say a sentence, and you will help me add the correct punctuation. For example, if I say, 'The dog is barking', what punctuation should we use? (Pause for responses.) That's right! We should add a period because it is a statement. Let's try another one: 'What time is it'. (Pause for responses.) Yes! We need a question mark because it is a question. Great job!

Now it's your turn to write sentences. I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Remember to start each sentence with a capital letter and end with the correct punctuation. After you finish writing, read your sentences to a partner and check if they have the right punctuation and spacing. This will help you practice your speaking and listening skills too!

• A phrase
• A sentence
• A paragraph
• A letter

Answer: A sentence

A sentence is a complete thought, while a phrase does not express a complete idea.

• Period
• Comma
• Exclamation mark
• Question mark

Answer: Question mark

A question mark is used to indicate that a sentence is asking something.

Answer: I love pizza.

This is a complete sentence that expresses a thought and uses correct punctuation.

• Comma
• Exclamation mark
• Question mark
• Period

Answer: Exclamation mark

An exclamation mark shows strong feelings or excitement at the end of a sentence.

Answer: Capital letter

The first letter of a sentence is always a capital letter.

• Running fast.
• The cat.
• She likes to read.
• Jumping high.

Answer: She likes to read.

This is a complete thought with a subject and a verb.

• No spaces
• One space between words
• Two spaces between words
• Three spaces between words

Answer: One space between words

We use one space between each word to make sentences clear and readable.