Sesotho First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 7

Today, we will focus on listening and speaking skills. Listening is important because it helps us understand what others are saying. Speaking allows us to express our thoughts and ideas clearly. We will listen to a short story and then discuss it as a class. Pay attention to the details in the story, as they will help you answer questions later.

Here is a short story: 'Mpho has a small dog. The dog is brown and loves to play. Every day, Mpho takes the dog for a walk in the park.' After listening to the story, think about what Mpho's dog looks like and what they do together. This will help you answer questions about the story.

After listening to the story, we will have a discussion. I will ask you questions like, 'What color is Mpho's dog?' and 'What does Mpho do with his dog?' Raise your hand to answer. Remember to speak clearly and use full sentences. For example, you can say, 'Mpho's dog is brown.' This practice will help you become more confident in speaking.

Now, it's your turn to create sentences! Using the words 'Mpho', 'dog', 'play', and 'park', write three sentences. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After you finish, share your sentences with a partner. This will help you practice both writing and speaking.

• Black
• Brown
• White
• Gray

Answer: Brown

The story mentioned that Mpho's dog is brown.

• He feeds it
• He takes it for a walk
• He bathes it
• He trains it

Answer: He takes it for a walk

The story states that Mpho takes his dog for a walk in the park.

Answer: He plays with it.

Mpho's dog loves to play, as mentioned in the story.

• It helps us sleep
• It helps us understand others
• It makes us smarter
• It is fun

Answer: It helps us understand others

Listening allows us to comprehend what others are saying.

Answer: Mpho's dog is brown and loves to play.

This sentence describes Mpho's dog using correct punctuation.

• Talk loudly
• Listen carefully
• Ignore them
• Play with your toys

Answer: Listen carefully

Listening carefully helps you understand what is being said.

• Mpho dog.
• Mpho has a dog.
• Dog is brown.
• Mpho park.

Answer: Mpho has a dog.

This sentence has a subject and a verb, making it complete.

Answer: Dog

The word 'dog' was used in the story and is important for our discussion.